Raffia Basket Coiling Workshop: Random Stitch

Create a small trinket basket or coaster using random stitch



2 hours Class size 1 to 12 guests    

  $70 (Afterpay available)

Looking for unique things to do in Melbourne? Join our basket coiling workshop at The Raffia Connection!
In this workshop, which is ideal for complete beginners, you will learn how to create a small trinket basket or coaster using random stitch.
All materials are included in this two-hour workshop, including hand-dyed raffia, a needle and a starter coil, along with a video sent after the class that can help you make more trinket baskets or coasters at home.
Our workshops are informal and fun, facilitated by Janet, Creative Director at The Raffia Connection in Box Hill North, who is eager to share the art of basket coiling with you all.
Come along and try our raffia basket coiling workshop in Melbourne today!

Upcoming dates for Raffia Basket Coiling Workshop: Random Stitch

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 4 Oct 2026, 10:39am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 8 Oct 2026 and 8 Oct 2026.

  • Thu 8 Oct 2026, 7pm-9pm
What you'll get
  • Materials worth $20 RRP to keep.
  • Basket coiling is a slow craft, so we'll cover everything you need to know to complete your basket or coaster at home.
  • Additional raffia can be purchased at the workshop, and credit card facilities are available.
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Knowledge required
No prior knowledge or skills are required.
What to bring
Glasses if you wear them.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Box Hill North, VIC

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

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Recent reviews of Raffia Basket Coiling Workshop: Random Stitch

  • 4/5 from Lorraine Lipson, attended Mar 2026: A fun and practical workshop well supported by Janet and Annie
  • 5/5 from Marianna Marx, attended Apr 2024: Such a fun workshop! Well paced, a lovely space and lots of beautiful coloured Raffia to choose from. I created a little basket and am excited to do more. Thank you for a lovely evening!
  • 5/5 from Kim-Ngan Harwood, attended Mar 2024: Janet was very patient and great with our work team. We were absolute beginners but still picked up the stitching skills quickly with her help. The workshop space was awesome too. Highly recommend.
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The Raffia Connection
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The Raffia Connection specialises in natural plant-based fibres for weavers, basket makers and textile artists. Our Raffia Basket Workshops, designed for beginners or advanced makers feature our range of raffia, hand-dyed at our Melbourne studio. Each workshop focuses on a different technique. where in just two hours, you can expect to achieve a small trinket basket or coaster. Come along and try it for yourself!

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