The Shoulder Bag - Online Course and Kit

Learn to weave this beautiful brown willow shoulder bag that you can use every day - with leading basketmaker and teacher Mollie McMillen.

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About this kit

In this brand new course and kit, you’ll learn to weave this beautiful willow shoulder bag complete with a leather strap. You'll get lifetime access to Mollie Mcmillen's lovely 3-hour online course, plus all the materials you need will be delivered to your door!  During the course you’ll learn how to tackle a Catalan square base, how to weave a beautiful spiral-pattern English rand on the sides, and how to attach a lovely leather shoulder strap. This will make your basket super-comfy to carry every day.

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Who is this course for?

This is an beginner to intermediate course for people how have either made a basket at some point before, or who have a fair ammount of experience and confidence in craft.

What's included in the course and kit?

In the kit you will receive:

  • One large bundles of high-quality willow weaving rods – all sustainably grown in Somerset.
  • A leather shoulder strap plus leather thongs for attaching it. (This is super easy and fun to do and no stitching is required.)
  • A soaking bag - your willow will need to be soaked for a few days before you weave it - full instructions are included.

The course includes:

  • Over three hours of expert instruction with leading basketmaker and teacher
    Mollie McMillen. 
  • You can access the course from any device by logging into our website (we will provide you with login details after purchase). 
  • Our courses are produced by our BAFTA-winning team of filmmakers which means
    they are clearly presented and well thought out. 
  • Students are taught the right information at the right time, which means they get great results. Plus we are always on hand to answer questions.

How do I prepare my willow for weaving?

For this course you will be using brown willow, which is willow in it's natural state with the bark still on.

To make it pliable for weaving you will need to soak it for a five days in the soaking bag provided with the kit.

That might sound like a lot but it's extremely easy - all you do is put the willow in the bag, fill it with water and leave it outside (full instructions are included in the course).

We now offer brown willow courses because we've found that it's actually easier for beginners to work with. It's more flexible and it never snaps when you're weaving it.

It also makes more durable beautiful baskets that vary in colour and don't go mouldy if they get wet.

If you've never used brown willow before it's an absolute must!

How long does the basket take to make?

The basket can be made in two sessions of approximately 3 hours each.

What else do I need?

We design all our courses so that they require absolutely minimal
tools. To do this course you will need: 

  • A pair of secateurs
  • An old screwdriver to help make gaps in the weave
  • A craft knife
  • A tape measure

That’s it!

Can I buy this course as a gift?

Our courses make wonderful presents for loved ones. In order to gift one, simply buy the course yourself.

You can choose to have the kit delivered either to yourself or the gift recipient.

We will then send you a unique course access link via email. You can forward this to your loved one when you are ready and they can use it to set up and account and view the course.

All our kits can be stored indefinitely so you can buy now and give the gift
later.

What our customers are saying:

"The course was fantastic. There are lots of new concepts in it but Mollie is a brilliant teacher and has really helped me get to the next level!" Fiona M. via Email

Course FAQs

How do I watch the course?

The course is online so you can access it from your laptop, phone, tablet or any other device whenever you like. If you're on your mobile or tablet you can also watch it via our app, which is called Teachable.

How long do I have access for?

When you buy one of our courses you get lifetime access, which means you can watch it whenever you want and as many times as you want in future. This means you will always retain your new knowledge and skills.

How can I ask questions and get additional help during the course?

Our team are always on hand via phone and email to help with any questions you may have. You can also book a video call with us if you want additional support with your project.

How long can I store the kit for?

Our kits can be stored indefinitely so you can keep them as long as you like and weave them when you are ready.

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