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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
spring2015 011
2 bulbous herringbone weave-s
oval herringbone weave basket (2)
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bulbous herringbone weave basket
asymetric close up
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Sue Kirk 6
oval bulbous hazel handle
round interlace

CHRISTMAS SHOP OPEN 2ND-20TH DECEMBER

CHRISTMAS SHOP OPENING!

We are opening our workshop doors throughout Christmas from Saturday 2nd Dec until Wednesday 20th December. On sale will be baskets woven by Kirk and Sue as well as basketmaking tools and books. Alpaca cushions by Rosalind Stoddart, Handmade bags by Justin Capp, Calendars by Carry Akroyd, cards by Amanda Rigby and Jane Leycester-Paige.

Opening times 10am - 5pm

Closed on Sunday 10th and Sunday 17th, Monday 18th December.

NEW WORKSHOP DATES FOR 2024 ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE. We just have a few spaces left on the workshops, but we encourage you to join a reserve list for any workshops which are now full, as we often have cancellations. Just send an email with the description of the course you would like to attend and we'll be in touch if any cancellations occur.

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