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Discovering willowcrafting
I first discovered willow weaving during the Covid lockdowns, when I was searching for creative things I could do at home to keep my mind from bouncing off the walls!
As things returned to normal, I booked onto my first willow workshop, making a six-foot garden obelisk. It was a bit wonky and wouldn’t stand straight, but it was mine – something I’d made with my own hands. That sense of satisfaction in creating something beautiful and useful from natural materials hooked me instantly.
Over time, I taught myself more techniques through books, online tutorials and in-person workshops, learning how to make everything from reindeers to willow hurdles.
As a volunteer for a local community wellbeing group, I began offering free willow activities to bring people together on rainy days. Seeing participants’ faces light up when they discover they can be creative – even after saying “I’ll be no good at this” at the start – made me fall in love with teaching.
Three years ago I made a big job change, stepping away from a corporate career that was badly affecting my mental health. I was looking for something more aligned with how I wanted to live – outdoors, connected with nature, being around amazing humans and doing work that supports others, and creating with willow became a big part of that.
I moved to work in the charity sector and started running willow crafting activities for local organisations supporting wellbeing.
In 2025 I started running my own workshops in and around Worcester, teaching a range of easy to follow projects aimed at those new to weaving.
I love learning different techniques and trying out new ideas sat in the woods or in my garden under the suspicious glare of my dog Luna (I accidentally poked her once with the end of a willow rod and she’s never forgiven me….)
I now offer a range of workshops and tailored activities for events, community groups and businesses across Worcestershire. Whether it’s for wellbeing, creativity, or simply a fun day with friends, my aim is always the same – to help people relax, connect, and enjoy the satisfaction of making something by hand.
Ready to try something new?
There’s no better time to pick up a new skill, meet new people, and make something with your own two hands. Book onto an upcoming workshop, or contact me to arrange a group activity.