Traditional Straw Plaiting – The Cornucopia and the Versatile 5 Straw Plait
About this workshop
Join Elizabeth Woodroofe, a member of the Guild of Straw Craftsmen and learn to make corn dollies.
The 5 straw plait can be used in many ways in corn dolly making. It can be made as a rope or it can be used to create many different shapes or forms. The Cornucopia corn dolly represents a “horn of plenty” and showcases the plait and displays the bounty of Spring or Autumn.
In this full-day workshop, you will learn the history of traditional straw plaiting, how to prepare wheat for plaiting and a focus on the 5 straw plaiting technique.
At the end of your workshop, you will have made a number of 5 straw plaited corn dollies including a Cornucopia to take home.
Essential information
Required skill level
No previous experience required
What do I need to bring?
Snacks, lunch, water bottle, notepad and pen.
Clothing guidelines
Comfortable to allow free movement of hands and arms. Closed toed shoes are required.
Maximum class size
Maximum 10 participants
What is Included
Includes all raw materials (wheat, ribbon, thread, seed heads) and tuition
You will learn
You will learn the history and cultural significance of traditional straw work, how to prepare the wheat for and a focus on the 5 straw plaiting technique.
Morning tea/lunch info
Morning tea included
