Basket weaving in nature - learn the 'blanket stitch'

Heartwood Nature Bathing warmly offers a special weaving workshop held in a shady nature setting.

No prior experience is needed for this experience, which will help you cultivate a sense of calm, creativity and connection.

You will learn the blanket stitch technique for coil basketry. You can expect to complete a small coaster or bowl, and will take home the skills to complete larger projects at home.

Please note your faciliator is non-Indigenous. This is not an Indigenous weaving workshop. It is taught from a contemporary craft perspective. Free tickets are available for Mob; please reach out for details.

This small group experience takes place at the beautiful Mount Coot-Tha Botanic Gardens in Brisbane/Meanjin, on Turrbal and Jagera country.

Ample parking is available on site.

Details of where to meet on the day will be provided via email 48 hours prior to the event - please ensure you use the correct email to register!

This event has a maximum of 10 participants, and is suitable for people 12 years and over.

We will use raffia, and weave in a coil style. This workshop utilies the blanket stitch shown in the above photos. (Check my other events for other stitch styles!)

No prior experience is necessary and all materials are provided.

Y ou can expect to weave a small basket or coaster in this session, and you will take home the skills needed to complete larger projects.

This is a very gentle experience; you can expect to travel no further than 1km. The route is manageable for all fitness levels, as well as assisted wheelchair users.

If you have any accessibility or mobility concerns, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Monique Ross is a fibre artist who absolutely loves weaving! She has exhibited at Vacant Assembly Gallery in Brisbane, and is the 2025 Artist in Residence at the Cossack Art Awards in Western Australia. She has been teaching weaving for several years.

As a non-Indigenous weaver, Monique is mindful of ongoing conversations around cultural appropriation and approaches her work with deep respect and care. She acknowledges the rich and enduring weaving traditions of First Nations peoples across Australia and beyond. Her own practice is through a contemporary lens—rooted in diverse craft forms, nature connection, and mindfulness. Monique is clear that she is not an Indigenous artist and does not teach or represent Indigenous cultural practices.

Monique is also a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, who trained with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. She is the founder of Heartwood Nature Bathing.

Monique has a blue card, up-to-date certifications in Remote and Wilderness Area First Aid, and full public liability insurance. All of the appropriate permits have been secured.

• A bottle of water, sunscreen and a hat (or a raincoat or umbrella if rainy!)
• Wearing clothes you feel comfortable in (it does not have to be hiking gear!)
• A bag or backpack to store your keys and personal items

Please note we sit on the ground for this experience. You are welcome to bring a folding chair along.

Refunds are available for cancellations requested up to 48 hours before the event start time. Please note that the Eventbrite booking fee is non-refundable.

Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the event are not eligible for a refund. This is because of costs already incurred in preparing for the event, including perishable supplies, materials, permits, and venue hire. However, if I am able to re-sell your spot to another participant, a full refund (excluding the Eventbrite fee) will be provided.

If an event is affected by inclement weather, or cancelled by the organiser, a full refund will be issued.

Thank you for your understanding and support!

Get in touch - hello@heartwoodnaturebathing or find me on Instagram and Facebook.

Heartwood looks forward to sharing moments of connection in nature together with you.

You are welcome, exactly as you are.

Also check out other Arts events in Toowong, Workshops in Toowong, Trips & Adventurous Activities in Toowong.