Giant Willow Flower Workshop

Working with your hands and a natural material is always incredibly popular and rewarding.Using locally grown, natural willows, you’ll be guided through traditional basketry techniques to create handmade pieces that bring a touch of nature into your home and garden. No experience needed—just a love of making.In this Willow Garden Flower Workshop, you will create a striking, large, decorative flower to brighten your borders or add charm to a garden wall. Learn how to tie in the slath and use fine willows in a pairing weave to shape the centre of your flower. Then add willow petals to create your one-of-a-kind bloom. A relaxed and rewarding way to explore the craft.Local basket weaver, willow farmer, and willow sculptor Clare will guide you gently through the process of working with willow. At the end of the session, you'll take away your creation. Suitable for all (aged 15+) but not ideal for those with arthritis in the hands.As with all Larkswold workshops, you'll be treated to plenty of freshly brewed teas and coffees, homemade cakes, and a glass of mulled wine or bubbly to celebrate your achievements! a completed giant willow flower Read more details