We provide the tools, knowledge and sticks—you create garden structures to use in your own gardens. Bring gloves, hand pruners and a vehicle big enough to transport your finished projects.
Demystify the subject of garden design by understanding just how a professional designer approaches the subject. Listen as Lindsay offers up his systems for matching the garden to the site, choosing creative plant combinations, and ensuring four season interest.
The art of creatively pairing plants is an ever-evolving subject here at Willowglen. Learn the subtleties in choosing plant combinations that will help your garden stand out from the crowd.
Divide and increase your favorite garden plants with confidence after this fun and informative session. Using simple and low-tech methods and tools, we’ll cover the keys to root divisions, seeding and cuttings.
Join in for our annual willow weekend with Jo Campbell-Amsler. This year’s projects are two ribstyle baskets with different forms. As always, no prior experience weaving with willow is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and curiosity. The fees listed include all materials and instruction. Discussions each day will include information about growing and harvesting local willow and other materials.
If possible bring along small hand pruners, utility knife, awl, old bed sheet, spray bottle and sack lunch. Some tools will be available to share.
Class size is limited, so sign up early for one or both days.
Using Lee’s willow, create a rib-style oval basket with a rustic handle. Learn how to make willow beads and acorn buttons along with an assortment of charms and beads to accent this easy ribbed basket. Size – 9”L x 5”W x 4”H.
Modeled after a historic Scottish potato basket, this is an excellent project to experience weaving with willow for the first time, or to practice perfecting your skill with willow and ribs. It begins with a triple x-lashing and traditional rib style weaving. Size – 11.5”L x 10”W x 5”H.
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