Family friendly

Catstail Basket Workshop

Sat Mar 29, 10:00 - Sat Mar 29, 13:00

Soil for Life

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Cattail Basket Weaving Workshop


Hosted by Sol Tribe Creations

Join us for a hands-on weaving experience where you’ll create your own beautiful and functional basket using cattail! This ancient craft connects us to the rhythms of nature while offering a mindful, rewarding creative process.


A Tradition Woven Through Time

For thousands of years, cattail (Typha) has been used across the world for weaving baskets, mats, ropes, and even lightweight footwear. In Europe, early communities relied on cattail for crafting everyday essentials, while in more recent history, it became a favorite for strong yet flexible storage baskets. Known for its durability and versatility, cattail weaving is an eco-friendly craft that transforms humble natural materials into something both practical and beautiful.


Why Try Basket Weaving?

  • A Functional, Handmade Creation – Take home a sturdy, natural-fiber basket perfect for storage, decor, or daily use.
  • Sustainable & Eco-Friendly – Cattail is a fast-growing, renewable plant that has been used for centuries in traditional crafts.
  • Boosts Brain Health & Mindfulness – Weaving strengthens focus, improves dexterity, and promotes a meditative, stress-relieving state.
  • Reconnect with Slow, Intentional Crafting – Step away from the fast-paced world and experience the deep satisfaction of making something with your own hands.


Workshop Details

Location: Soil for Life

Date & Time: 29 March 2025, 10:00 - 13:00

Cost: R550 (Includes all materials)

No Experience Needed! This workshop is beginner-friendly and open to all who want to explore traditional weaving.

Come weave with us and discover the magic of natural basketry. Limited spaces available—book now!

DIRECTIONS

Catstail Basket Workshop
Soil for Life
Brounger Rd, Sillery, Cape Town, 7806
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