Traditional baskets by Claire Gaudion

My name is Claire Gaudion, a Basket Maker weaving traditional Guernsey willow fishing baskets, including ponier à cous, courges and crab pots. This heritage craft has been in my family for generations, and I have learnt these skills from my Dad, Max Gaudion.

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Online shop opening soon

A selection of my Guernsey baskets will be available to buy online soon. You can also shop at one of my stockists.

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Events & Exhibitions

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Guernsey willow fishing basket part made with wire frame and wooden handle.

Basketry Courses

I teach traditional Guernsey basket making, both independently, and in collaboration with my Dad, Max Gaudion, in both Guernsey and the UK.

Sharing my knowledge with others is an important step in preserving this treasured heritage craft.

To find out about upcoming courses in 2024, please sign up to the mailing list below, or contact me to be added to the waiting list.

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What they say

"I thoroughly enjoyed my two days with Claire and Max Gaudion learning the heritage craft of basket weaving. They patiently took us through each step explaining everything with humour and anecdotes as we went along. They both have great skills and compliment each other beautifully. Everyone came away with a beautiful ponier á cou and a smile. A fantastic two days!" 

Denise F.