Come and spend two late summer days on the land in South Devon, and learn how to make a beautiful foraging pouch from soft river rush.

We will gather in a beautiful yurt in the rolling wooded Dart Valley, connecting with the creative potential of this years rush harvest. The techniques taught can be applied to many other foraged materials, and the bag you craft will be a great ally while out collecting wild foods and medicines throughout the year!

-learn a traditional basket design that can be made using various soft plant materials, including bark.

-learn about river bulrush - where it grows, when to harvest, its properties and uses.

- discover check weave and plaiting finish off a border, and make a plaited strap

- leave with a practical and robust cross-body foraging pouch that will last you for many seasons to come!

Time: 10am - 4pm

Location: New Futures Academy Yurt, Littlehempston, Totnes

Cost: £145, includes all materials and snacks

You will need to bring a packed lunch. Hot drinks and some snacks will be provided. While we will have shelter and a fire for warmth if necessary, please come dressed appropriately for a day in an outdoors setting.

This workshop is now FULL. A waiting list is available.