Bending the Sally (1985)
In this documentary by Roy Spence, willow weaver Alison Fitzgerald takes the viewer through the labour intensive process of weaving a ciseog from willow rods, from her workshop Greenwood Baskets in Loughgall. A ciseog is a type of basket that is traditionally used for straining potatoes. From the cutting of the willow rods to the intricate weaving of the sally rods, we are treated to a brief history of a craft and tradition that’s admired all over the world.
Director: Roy Spence
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date: January 1, 1985
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Bending the Sally about?
- In this documentary by Roy Spence, willow weaver Alison Fitzgerald takes the viewer through the labour intensive process of weaving a ciseog from willow rods, from her workshop Greenwood Baskets in Loughgall. A ciseog is a type of basket that is traditionally used for straining potatoes. From the cutting of the willow rods to the intricate weaving of the sally rods, we are treated to a brief history of a craft and tradition that’s admired all over the world.
- Who directed Bending the Sally?
- Bending the Sally was directed by Roy Spence.
- How long is Bending the Sally?
- Bending the Sally has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).