Hand Bound Brush Making Workshop

Join basketmaker Simon Cooper for a relaxed, hands-on introduction to the most satisfying craft of hand-bound brush making. Using natural fibres and colourful nylon thread, you’ll create fully functional brushes that are as satisfying to use as they are to look at. These brushes are made to work hard — perfect for your kitchen, studio, camper van, workshop, or wherever else life takes you — but they’re also beautiful objects in their own right. Hang them on the wall, keep them by the sink, or give them as a gift (if you can bear to part with them).

During the workshop, you’ll make up to three brushes, working across two different brush forms. You’ll also explore decorative details and finishing touches, allowing you to personalise each piece so that no two brushes are ever the same. The colourful thread not only adds character and individuality, but also strength and durability.