Heritage Hands: Raffia Basketry & Coiling Workshop with Monique Ross - Sandgate 2026

Heritage Hands: Raffia Basketry & Coiling Workshop with Monique Ross - Sandgate 2026 Friday 6th November 2026 | 2:30 am– 4:30 am Sandgate Town Hall | Meeting Room 2 Facilitator: Monique Ross Duration: 2 hours Discover the art of coiled basketry in this hands-on workshop with contemporary fibre artist Monique Ross. Working with raffia, explore the traditional technique of coiling and learn how simple fibres can be transformed into beautiful, sculptural forms. Monique will introduce participants to foundational coiling techniques, including wrapping stitches, and guide you through the process of building form, texture and structure. With prepared starting pieces to help you get straight into making, this relaxed workshop offers an opportunity to slow down, work with your hands and discover a craft that connects traditional techniques with contemporary creative practice. Suitable for beginners, with no previous basketry experience required. Workshop details Date: Friday 6 November 2026 Time: 2.30 - 4.30pm Venue: Sandgate Town Hall, Meeting Room 2 Duration: 2 hours Tickets: $60 per person Places: Limited - bookings essential Materials: All materials supplied Experience: Beginners welcome; no previous experience required Part of Heritage Hands Festival: Sandgate - Made by hand. Made to last.