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DAY ONE Taking inspiration from both folk art and traditional straw work join Penny Maltby for her two day weekend workshop. Make your own decorative hanging in the 18th century Coaching Barn. Combine straw plaiting techniques with textiles and other decorative elements to make a folk hanging piece or chandelier. Penny will teach you some basic plaiting patterns to get you started. The workshop covers techniques for the spiral plait frame as well as other decorative straw plaits and patterns such as ‘Suffolk Puffs.’ During the workshop Penny will cover preparation and grading of wheat used for straw making. She will also introduce you to exploring and combining textiles and using recycled metals to make embellishments for your design . DAY TWO The workshop focus is on construction and embellishment. Penny will be on hand to guide and support you through the process. TOOLS AND MATERIALS All straw and the frame are included All tools and materials will be provided on the day to make one chandelier. Your tutor will in addition bring along a small selection of beads, materials and other suitable items which you could incorporate. ADVISORY NOTE A level of dexterity and patience is required as straw work can be time consuming and fiddly. WHAT TO BRING Any fabrics, plant materials or other embellishments you wish to use of your own. A large box or container to transport your final piece home. **SIZE??** TAKE HOME A traditional, decorative straw hanging. ... and lots of inspiration. MORE ABOUT YOUR TUTOR Penny Maltby is a member of the Basketmakers Association, Design Nation, Heritage Crafts and Prism Textiles. Penny is an artist and maker inspired by the narrative within traditional crafts and its role in preserving cultural heritage. She has a passion for materials and experimental making and enjoys exploring new ways of using traditional materials and skills to create contemporary work. A tutor in straw work and mixed media, she loves to teach craft skills and encourage cross disciplinary use of materials and techniques. EDIT NOTES 2-should this be included with workshop details or somewhere else ? Contact Penny direct or through MM?? : If you have any questions regarding this please contact Penny in advance.