Willow Plant Supports (1 day)

Description

Enjoy a creative day in the garden working with willow. Make an obelisk/plant support plus a decorative sunflower to take home. Alternatively weave a pair of plant supports, one large, one small.

You will learn a range of techniques and complete a couple of impressive garden pieces to take home. Our tutor will share his wealth of knowledge about all things willow…how to grow, harvest, prepare and weave. He will also explain the basics of planting living willow in your garden to build larger structures such as dens, arbours and tunnels. Open to all – both beginners and those with experience. Come rain or shine, this class will take place outdoors. Our garden backs onto fields with views across to Carsington Water making it a lovely place to work.

Your finished obelisk/plant support can measure up to 2m tall. If you choose to make a pair, the smaller one can fit inside the larger one for transporation. The willow sunflower measures approx. 80cm in diameter. 

“I had an amazing time making the willow obelisk. It was a memorable day in a wonderful setting. I was made to feel very welcome”

Tutor: Eddie Glew

Materials

Locally coppiced willow from Staffordshire along with some from Somerset. All tools are provided.
Materials fee: £35 (payable to the tutor at the end)
This is in addition to the course fee

Health & safety: Willow weaving requires reasonable strength and dexterity in the hands. If this is a concern, feel free to chat to us before booking. Also, please note this class takes place outdoors, whatever the weather!

Lunch & Refreshments

A tasty light lunch is included in the course fee. Help yourself to drinks and biscuits throughout the day with homemade cake mid-afternoon. (Please let us know of any dietary requirements).

Timing

Arrival: Join us from 9.30am to settle in
Tuition: 10.00am – 4.30pm (with a break for lunch)

“Beautiful surroundings with lovely home-made lunch and delicious cake in the afternoon. Can’t wait to arrange another course”