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Willow Reindeer Sculpture
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A lovely workshop to make a willow reindeer sculpture in a day. Willow is a beautiful sustainable material and you will be using willow that the tutor has grown on her family farm. The reindeer will be made using random weaving techniques and you can opt for the natural look or add
your own string lights or other decorations for festive fun.

The overall height of the reindeer (without antlers) will be approximately 80cms.

This workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some willow experience, however please note that you need a certain amount of hand strength to handle willow.

All materials, a light lunch and refreshments are included in the workshop fee.

Date Thursday 13th November 2025
Tutor Gill Jones
Time 9.30am - 4.00pm
Ref 3828
Fees £90
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Willow Robins and Wreaths

Join us for a full day of creative willow weaving, perfect for beginners or those with a little weaving experience. Under gentle guidance and expert tuition, you'll learn traditional and playful techniques while making two beautiful, seasonal pieces to take home.

Create a jolly willow robin using random (or "scribble") weaving, you'll shape and sculpt a charming little robin, complete with wings, tail, and beak, mounted on a natural log slice – a delightful festive decoration for your home.

Weave a traditional willow wreath learn how to form and finish a classic willow wreath, ready to adorn your door, wall, or garden gate. Keep it simple and natural, or decorate it at home with foliage, ribbon or seasonal touches.

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels, relaxed, fun and hands-on, giving you the chance to develop basic willow sculpture skills while enjoying the satisfying rhythm of weaving. You'll leave with two unique creations, a new set of skills and plenty of inspiration to carry on weaving.

All materials, a light lunch and refreshments are included in the workshop fee.

Date Tuesday 18th November 2025
Tutor Clare Shilvock
Time 10.00am - 4.00pm
Ref 3881
Fees £90
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Festive Berry Basket

This workshop is a wonderful introduction to basketmaking. You will make one traditional stake and strand basket using several varieties of coloured and stripped willow, decorated with a band of festive foraged natural materials.

Learn the principles of stake and strand basketmaking, making bases, inserting side stakes, 3 rod whale, a trac border and inserting a handle. Your lovely little basket will be perfect for berry or egg collecting or as part of your festive household
decorations.

This workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those looking to improve their basket skills. Please note that you need a certain amount of hand strength to work with willow.

All materials, a light lunch and refreshments are included in the workshop fee.

Date Wednesday 19th November 2025
Tutor Clare Shilvock
Time 9.30am-4.30pm
Ref 3886
Fees £90
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Zarzo Basket

Join us for a one day workshop making this popular willow basket. The Zarzo basket is a design based on a Spanish tray used to drain cheese. Danish basketmaker Ulla Misser took the basic design and experimented with making deeper baskets which are striking and distinctive. During this workshop, you will be taught this special technique to create a round Zarzo basket.

This workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those looking to improve their willow weaving skills. Please note that a certain amount of hand strength is needed to work with willow.

All materials, a light lunch and refreshments are included in the workshop fee.

Date Thursday 4th December 2025
Tutor Alisha Davidson
Time 9.30am - 4.30pm
Ref 3783
Fees £90
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