A festive day in the Studio with a great choice of projects, all using willow. These include stars, angels, trees and mini reindeer. Items may be designed for hanging or free-standing display with a log base. You will learn a variety of techniques and make several decorations to take home.
‘Pick & mix’ from the following:
Large standing willow angel, Christmas tree (or forest), mini 2D reindeer, Scandi-style stars, woven stars (random or formal weave), willow bark stars or willow wreath bases.
Course open to all – both beginners and those with experience.
“Terrific course, Rachel is very knowledgeable and a great teacher”
Tutor: Rachel Hutton
Rachel is a professional artist, teacher and woodland ranger. She is passionate about the natural landscape and the synergy between hand-crafted items and nature. Based on the edge of the Peak District, she grows her own willow/hazel and employs traditional tools and techniques to create her work.
She exhibits and demonstrates around the country for clients including the RHS, English Heritage and the Great Yorkshire Show. To view Rachel’s own website visit www.rachelhutton.co.uk
“Excellent course run by top rate tutor”
Materials
All tools are provided
Materials fee: approx. £16 for the willow used on the course
Note: This is in addition to the course fee
Timings & Refreshments
Join us from 9.30am for tea/coffee & introductions
Tuition: 10.00am – 4.30pm
We take an hour for lunch and breaks whenever you wish
Lunch & refreshments are included in the course fee
Help yourself to drinks & biscuits. Home-made cake mid afternoon
“What a fabulous venue to spend a day in a relaxed atmosphere, learning a new craft. Lots of refreshments and a lovely lunch to keep our energy up.”