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Contemporary Baskets

inspired by natural forms such as pebbles and boulders

These baskets are inspired by natural forms such as pebbles and boulders and man-made forms especially large scale ceramic vases. I have also been in awe of the work of Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth since I studied at Bretton Hall and had access to The Yorkshire Sculpture Park . When weaving these baskets I feel as though I am building sculptural forms. I become lost in repetition of the weave and enjoy the fluidity of the willow. Usually each basket informs the next one.

If you would like to commission a contemporary basket contact Sue to discuss your order.

  • 07415 240944
  • suekirkwillowbaskets@outlook.com
side shot oval basket-s
3xhazel handle
oval and tall slewed x2
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Contemporary Baskets for Houghton Hall , The Stables. Norfolk By Design 2019
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2 bulbous herringbone weave-s
oval herringbone weave basket (2)
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bulbous herringbone weave basket
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Sue Kirk 6
oval bulbous hazel handle
round interlace

WORKSHOPS THE OLD BREWERY STUDIOS

AVAILABILITY ON UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

Wall Basket with Marguriete Herlant 27th-28th July

Round Willow Basket with Nansa Technique with Monica Guilera 10th-12th August

Ergonomic Shopper with Jeanny Bowen 3rd and 4th September

Square Lidded Basket with Soft Corners with Nadine Anderson 14th-16th September

Christmas Decorations with the Coddiwomplers 26th October

Ali Baba Linen Basket with Anna Liebmann 11th-13th November 

Go to the workshop page for more details, you can also contact Sue by email to discuss workshop bookings.