Date TBC- 6ft Willow Garden Obelisk and bird feeder making Experience - 10:00 - 16:30
Immerse yourself in the art of traditional Willow weaving in our engaging workshop making a 6-8ft Garden Obelisk plant support & bird feeder.
Guided by Ellie Morgan, an experienced basket weaver and Yeoman of the Worshipful Company of Basketmakers, you'll learn the fundamentals of crafting with willow. This workshop is perfect for beginners seeking a relaxing and creative experience in a natural setting. Discover the beauty of hand-made basketry and leave with a charming, personally crafted willow basket to cherish for years.
Join us for a day of creativity, nature, and traditional craft. Lunch by the open fire (weather permitting)
No experience needed. All materials and tools will be supplied. *v* Scroll below for more details *v*
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Who is this class for? Aimed at beginners adults however we can accomodate 12-16 year olds if accompanied by an adult.
Where is the class? The class takes place in the beautiful setting of our family farm nestled on the edge of Sheepleas nature reserve and at the foot of The Surrey Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
What kind of session will it be? We aim to make it a relaxed pace, but have lots to teach you. Our goal is for everyone leaves with a finished basket after the 3 hours (depending on the group we may run over on time a little)
The workspace is undercover in a former open sided farm building, or weather dependent can be around the open fire in a small adjacent copse.
Lunch is generally cooked on the same fire and served there.
The kettle is generally always on the go - on the fire, so students can take a break whenever they feel and soak in the surrounding nature.
What will be covered?
Different types of Willow
We’ll start with traditional willow weaving techniques making bird feeders
We’ll then move on to creating your 6-8ft Garden Obelisk plant support.
Caring for your willow structure
Please bear in mind basket making can be tough on the hands, so if you have a loss of strength in your hands you might find this class difficult.
About your instructor: Ellie Morgan is a highly skilled, full time basket weaver and crafter. Read more her about in the Team
We will guide you through the steps of making a basket of your very own.
Reviews: “I enjoyed the whole experience! Being creative and having something tangible to take away and in a peaceful, beautiful setting - it won't have been the same in a classroom.” Cyra, Farnham, Dec21
