Discover the joy of working with raffia in this beginner-friendly self-paced course. You’ll learn how to create a beautiful, sustainable purse or clutch bag using natural raffia yarn—no previous experience required!
With over an hour of bite-sized video tutorials and a detailed course booklet, you’ll be guided step-by-step through dyeing, plaiting, sewing, and decorating your bag. Choose your colours, personalize your design, and finish with your own unique style.
What You’ll Learn:
About raffia - what it is, where to buy and how to sort
Dyeing Techniques – Use natural or synthetic dyes for vibrant results
Plaiting & Sewing – A simple but effective alternative to crochet
Custom Decoration Ideas – Add closures, tassels, buttons, lining or accessories to suit your style
Only basic tools are needed—scissors, pegs, card, and raffia. Recommended suppliers are included, and you’re welcome to share your own.
This project takes around 6 hours to complete and is perfect for relaxed evenings or weekend craft time. Once finished, you’ll have a durable, handcrafted raffia bag—ideal for summer!
