The days will include:
-An introduction to raffia
-Dyeing techniques (provided in notes also) -
note that students will work with natural raffia in the workshop
-Plaiting technique - right- and left-hand
versions taught - plus keeping the plait going for the necessary time - a hat
is approx. 8m in plait length
-Weaving techniques
-Home décor raffia techniques
-Sewing technique, using raffia to sew with
-All students will make a small clutch bag to
confirm all the techniques, they will then choose which further options they
might like to make, whether this is a hat, a bag (or more than one) or some
accessories for their homes
-Larger bag options will be possible in this
course which are not available on the medium raffia bag workshop
-Finish the design options - the differences
-Steaming the hats
-Storage and care of your raffia items
-1:1 tuition as well as group guidance as
appropriate
-Group display of finished items
The intention is always to have an
enjoyable day but also create a beautiful functional item.
Materials provided will be:
Notes on how to complete several
different items - all students will have notes for completion of small clutch
bag, they will then receive notes for other items that they choose - all
include information on how raffia can be dyed
Minimum 1kg raffia
Needle
Pegs for plaiting
Use of hat block in specific size if
choosing to make a hat
Students to bring:
Regular bucket or circular waste paper
bin, approx. size guide is 27cm height and diameter
Optional: small lampshade, suggested
size no larger than 9” and this could be an existing lampshade for upcycle or a
new one
Optional: decorative materials e.g.
ribbons, buttons, beads, lining materials (for bags)
Comfortable scissors
Thimble (if used)
Available to buy:
More raffia, available in 500g bags
Hat blocks can be purchased from the
tutor if wanted
