Beginning with Willow Weaving

Discover the Joy of Willow Weaving: A Beginner's Guide

Embark on a creative journey with our introductory willow weaving course! Many discover their passion for this ancient craft with a simple willow fish, and this course will give you the foundation to build a lifelong love of working with willow.

This course is the perfect starting point for exploring the world of basketry and even more advanced sculptural willow weaving. While the path of learning can be extensive, we'll provide you with a solid first step towards mastering this beautiful art form.

You'll learn the fundamental techniques to create charming willow fish, delicate leaves, and other delightful items. We'll focus on building the necessary frames and mastering the foundational figure-eight weave. Explore how to experiment with the weave's core to achieve unique textures and effects in your willow crafts.

Beyond creating individual pieces, you'll gain valuable insights into teaching willow weaving to groups. This makes it an invaluable resource for school teachers, forest school leaders, scout leaders, cub leaders, and guide leaders looking to share this wonderful skill.

We'll cover the basics of cultivated willow and how to responsibly source materials from the wild. You'll also learn essential tips for preparing and utilizing your willow materials effectively.

Get ready to be captivated! Once you begin weaving with willow, you'll find it's a craft you won't want to put down.