Willow seed heads workshop (Southampton)

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Description

Join me in creating a collection of lovely willow seed heads such as the poppies shown here. They're lovely to display indoors or outside. You will be able to create a variety of small seed heads or 1 large one the choice is yours, a lovely gift and treat day out at this delightful venue. The activity has been designed for beginners and those who have made in the past who want to recharge their creative batteries and enjoy sharing newfound skills in the company of others.

What's included in the price?

All materials, use of tools, tuition, drinks. You will need to bring your lunch or purchase it at the Barn cafe Please Read: Working with willow can be tiring on the hands and can be difficult if you find it hard to pull or use fine movements with your fingers, twisting movements etc. Some of the activities are kinder than others, so if you are not sure please get in touch with me for a chat via 'Message the tutor.'

Duration

5 hours

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

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Willow and Crafts

with Craft Courses since 2016

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Hello, I am a willow sculptor / artist based near Southampton in Hampshire. You will often find me outside under my shelter making sculptures or outside creating work from materials that I have found. I teach in a variety of venues in and around Hampshire, as well as exhibiting my work at various art shows. I create work to commission as well as providing bespoke workshops for private and public events and projects.

Suitable for

  • Adults
  • Wheelchair users
  • Hearing impaired
  • Mother's Day
  • Intermediate level
  • Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
  • Corporate days out & team building
  • Parking provided
  • Father's Day
  • Suitable for beginners
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FAQs

It is often best to start with an activity that offers a variety of small items or a larger shape that is relatively straightforward such as a bird workshop 

If you are someone who prefers working on small precise works I  suggest starting with the workshops where we create several smaller items e.g Xmas crafts, garden items, small birdhouses, baskets, etc. For those of you who like to experiment and see what happens, you might prefer something more sculptural to be fair there is no one way and you never know until you try  it will be fun  which ever you decide to do.

I usually find that making a small item can be difficult for anyone who has problems with grip,/ fine motor skills /  small movements and that it can be easier to attend a workshop creating a larger shape without too many details instead   

We often use our thighs to hold items so if this a problem for you please let me know. also working on large items can be quite tiring as it can be quite physical.

If you are not sure  please feel free to contact me and we can chat through the options that might work for you before you book a place 

Venue

The Barn River Hamble Country Park, Pylands Lane, Bursledon, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH