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Wickerwork Designer / Basket Weaver Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Flechtwerkgestalter/in

Flechtwerkgestalter/in is a 3-year recognized vocational training program in the crafts sector. You will learn to weave various materials like willow, rattan, or fibers into artistic and functional objects. This training combines traditional craft techniques with creative design.

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What you do

  • Selecting and preparing materials (e.g., soaking willow)
  • Learning and applying various weaving techniques
  • Creating and implementing designs for wickerwork objects
  • Weaving baskets, furniture, decorative items, or art objects
  • Maintaining and servicing tools and machinery
  • Finishing surfaces (e.g., sanding, oiling, varnishing)
  • Advising customers and designing individual orders according to their wishes

Requirements

  • Manual dexterity and good fine motor skills
  • Creativity and an eye for aesthetics
  • Meticulous and precise working style
  • Interest in materials and design
  • Good physical condition (e.g., standing for long periods, lifting materials)
  • Teamwork and willingness to communicate
  • Minimum secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or equivalent)

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific weaving techniques or materials
  2. 2Taking the master craftsman examination (Meisterprüfung) as a Wickerwork Designer
  3. 3Opening your own workshop or becoming self-employed
  4. 4Further training in related fields such as product design or restoration
  5. 5Working in manufactories, craft businesses, or furniture construction

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There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Wickerwork Designer / Basket Weaver Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Wickerwork Designer / Basket Weaver Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Wickerwork Designer / Basket Weaver Ausbildung?

Manual dexterity and good fine motor skills; Creativity and an eye for aesthetics; Meticulous and precise working style; Interest in materials and design.

Where can I find open Wickerwork Designer / Basket Weaver Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Wickerwork Designer / Basket Weaver

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.