Building a Sustainable Future - One Weave at a Time

 Artist Workshop - Weaving with Aly de Groot

Pinnick, A. (2009, November 6). My finished egg basket [Photograph]. Flickr. https://www.flickr.com/photos/spindexr/4079472981

Ever thought about weaving a basket but not sure where to start? 

Have some old clothes at home and not sure what to do with them? 

Or just looking for a relaxing activity where you can meet new friends? 

Join aware-winning fibre artist Aly de Groot at Azure Beach Public Library this International Youth Day for a hands-on basket weaving workshop using recycled materials - and take your creation home with you!

                                                                           

                                                        About Aly de Groot

Aly de Groot is an Australian contemporary fibre artist who has been learning, practicing, and teaching contemporary basket-making processes for over 20 years. In this 90-minute workshop, Aly will demonstrate basket weaving using waste materials such as bailing twine, recycled fishing nets and ropes, and repurposed clothing. Each participant will have the opportunity to weave a small basket to take home!

Groot, A. D. (n.d.). About [Photograph]. alydegroot.com.au

Event Details

🗓Day and time: Tuesday, 12 August 2025 3:00 - 4:30 PM AEST

📍Location: Azure Beach Public Library, Cove Meeting Room

👥Target audience: 15 - 24 yrs old who are passionate about environmental issues.

💰Cost: FREE, but spaces are limited!

🎟Booking website: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/traditional-basket-weaving-workshop-tickets-1257764741199.

 

All materials and equipment will be supplied at the event.

If you require further information, please contact Vivian Liang (Library Technician) at (02) 8900 0200 or email vivian.liang@azurebeach.nsw.gov.au.

More info about Aly de Groot: https://alydegroot.com.au/

More info about the International Youth Day: https://www.un.org/en/observances/youth-day

Wenhui (Vivian) LIANG