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Fibrecraft Workshop: Using plant fibres for net making & string bags.

Sat, 08 Feb

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Laguna

Time & Location

08 Feb 2025, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Laguna, Laguna NSW 2325, Australia

About the Event

Come and learn how to use various plant fibres.


Plant fibre has been used globally for all kinds of useful projects, some say "the world is tied together".

This is a literal reality for pre-industrial times. The material fabric of Societies were (and still are) held, tied, woven and lashed together with various fibres. We will be focusing on plant fibre throughout this workshop.


We are going to delve into the local fibres of the our bio region, using a mixture of natives & invasive.


The workshop includes:


  • In depth lesson & history of fibrecraft

  • Materials & how to harvest them ethically

  • Various methods of cordage, 2ply and 4 ply.

  • Hands on workshops

  • Retting/fibre processing

  • Net making

  • String bag making

  • Lunch & bush tea provided


Often with fibre projects, they can take a bit of time! So we are going to stick to the 2 methods of net making & string bag making so you aren't overwhelmed and get to finish a project.



What you will need:


  • Water bottle

  • Hat

  • Knife if you have one

  • Camp chair

  • Camp mug for tea

  • Notepad


You will leave with the knowledge on plant ID, how to harvest & prepare fibres and the skills of net making & string bag making.


Location: Private bush block in Laguna, 15 minutes from Wollombi. 1.5 hours from the Central Coast & Newcastle.

There is an option to camp overnight on the saturday, if so, bring your camping gear!


Where: Private Property, Laguna. Address will be sent out via email.

When: 1st March 2025

Time: 10-4pm

Price: $140


Limited spots available.



We acknowledge the Darkinyung Peoples of this Land we live, learn & teach on. We pay our deepest respects to the oldest Living Culture on earth.

May we continue to learn from those who have walked the earth long before us.


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