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SUMMARY:Willow Hare Sculpture (April 5 & 6\, 2025\, 9:00-4:30 both days)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn the basics of willow sculpture and make a lovely hare (rabbit) to sit in your garden this summer. It’s amazing the personality that emerges from a pile of sticks. The finished piece will measure approximately 12-18″ and wide 2-3′ tall (including ears). \nThis is a two-day class\, April 5 & 6\, 2025\, and is suitable for all levels of learners. \nCourse fee: $250 + hst includes all materials\, tools\, light refreshments (tea\, coffee\, snacks)\, fun and creativity. Payment for class is due at time of booking. \nClick here to register\nClass Notes and Cancellation Policy: Please be sure to read our class notes and Cancellation Policy before registering for any of our classes.
URL:https://windandthewillow.com/event/willow-hare-sculpture-april-5-6-2025-900-430-both-days/
LOCATION:The School House\, 137 Old Danforth Road\, Grafton\, Ontario\, K0K 2G0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T163000
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SUMMARY:It’s All About the Base! (April 10 & 11\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:In this two-day class we’ll explore round stake and strand bases. On the first day we will make a series of bases using different techniques. Based on the participant’s skill level\, we will explore different methods of beginning the stake and strand base\, move to twining and randing\, different joins\, spacing\, and shaping. The second day’s activity will be the participant’s choice: Carry on exploring more techniques or move on with one of your completed bases and make a small basket. You will leave with a finished basket and many sample bases for your library. \nTwo-day workshop: April 10 & 11\, 2025\, 9:30-4:30 \nCourse fee: $260 + hst includes all materials\, tools\, light refreshments (tea\, coffee\, snacks) \, fun and creativity. Payment for class is due at time of booking. \nClick here to register\nClass Notes and Cancellation Policy: Please be sure to read our class notes and Cancellation Policy before registering for any of our classes.
URL:https://windandthewillow.com/event/its-all-about-the-base-march-29-30-2025/
LOCATION:The School House\, 137 Old Danforth Road\, Grafton\, Ontario\, K0K 2G0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T120000
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SUMMARY:Living Willow Tree (April 11\, 2025\, morning\, 8:30-12:00)
DESCRIPTION:No previous weaving experience is necessary for this half-day (8:30 to 12:00 a.m.) workshop\, Friday April 11\, 2025! \nMake a harlequin-style tree with us. Using live willow rods\, weave a gorgeous living tree. This tree is a beautiful focal point that will add interest to your garden for many years to come. Instructions for planting and care are included. \nThis structure can reach 5 to 6′ tall (including a large pot filled with soil)\, so please be sure you have room enough in your vehicle to take it home! \nCourse fee: $100 + hst includes all materials\, tools\, light refreshments (tea\, coffee\, snacks)\, fun and creativity. Payment for class is due at time of booking. \nClick here to register\nClass Notes and Cancellation Policy: Please be sure to read our class notes and Cancellation Policy before registering for any of our classes.
URL:https://windandthewillow.com/event/living-willow-tree-april-11-2025-morning-830-1200/
LOCATION:The School House\, 137 Old Danforth Road\, Grafton\, Ontario\, K0K 2G0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T163000
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SUMMARY:Living Willow Tree (April 11\, 2025\, afternoon\, 1:00-4:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:No previous weaving experience is necessary for this half-day (1:00-4:30pm) workshop\, April 11\, 2025. \nMake a harlequin-style tree with us. Using live willow rods\, weave a gorgeous living tree. This tree is a beautiful focal point that will add interest to your garden for many years to come. Instructions for planting and care are included. \nThis structure can reach 5 to 6′ tall (including a large pot filled with soil)\, so please be sure you have room enough in your vehicle to take it home! \nCourse fee: $100 + hst includes all materials\, tools\, light refreshments (tea\, coffee\, snacks)\, fun and creativity. Payment for class is due at time of booking. \nClick here to register\nClass Notes and Cancellation Policy: Please be sure to read our class notes and Cancellation Policy before registering for any of our classes.
URL:https://windandthewillow.com/event/living-willow-tree-april-11-2025-afternoon-100-430pm/
LOCATION:The School House\, 137 Old Danforth Road\, Grafton\, Ontario\, K0K 2G0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T083000
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SUMMARY:Spring Planters (April 13\, 2025\, morning\, 8:30-12:00)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to make a beautiful spring or Easter planter using pussy willow and a combination of perennial and annual spring flowers. We will use some basketry and sculptural techniques to make these unique planters that will last through until summer. The perennials can then be transplanted to your garden\, and replaced with summer plant material. All materials will be provided and no previous weaving experience is required! \nCourse fee: $60 + hst includes all materials\, tools\, light refreshments (tea\, coffee\, snacks)\, fun and creativity. Payment for class is due at time of booking. \nClick here to register\nClass Notes and Cancellation Policy: Please be sure to read our class notes and Cancellation Policy before registering for any of our classes.
URL:https://windandthewillow.com/event/spring-planters-april-13-2025-morning-830-1200/
LOCATION:The School House\, 137 Old Danforth Road\, Grafton\, Ontario\, K0K 2G0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Spring Planters (April 13\, 2025\, afternoon\, 1:00-4:30 pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to make a beautiful spring or Easter planter using pussy willow and a combination of perennial and annual spring flowers. We will use some basketry and sculptural techniques to make these unique planters that will last through until summer. The perennials can then be transplanted to your garden\, and replaced with summer plant material. All materials will be provided and no previous weaving experience is required! \nCourse fee: $60 + hst includes all materials\, tools\, light refreshments (tea\, coffee\, snacks)\, fun and creativity. Payment for class is due at time of booking. \nClick here to register\nClass Notes and Cancellation Policy: Please be sure to read our class notes and Cancellation Policy before registering for any of our classes.
URL:https://windandthewillow.com/event/spring-planters-april-13-2025-afternoon-100-430-pm/
LOCATION:The School House\, 137 Old Danforth Road\, Grafton\, Ontario\, K0K 2G0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T080000
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SUMMARY:Willow Obelisk (April 25\, 2025\, 8:00am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to make a willow obelisk! All experience levels welcome. \nOur class will run from 8:00 am until 12 pm. Obelisks are the perfect support for climbing flowering vines\, vegetables or simply for strings of fairy lights. \nMade from locally grown willow\, this beautiful swirling structure will make a lovely focal point in your garden or can be used as a standalone feature. The base diameter of the obelisk will be 12 to 15” and will reach a height of 4 to 6’ so please be sure you have space to fit it in your vehicle! \nSome of the skills you will learn in this class include material handling\, structural shaping\, and rope and wale weaving – all practical basketmaking skills. \nCourse fee: $100 + hst includes all materials\, tools\, light refreshments (tea\, coffee\, snacks)\, fun and creativity. Payment for class is due at time of booking. \nClick here to register\nClass Notes and Cancellation Policy: Please be sure to read our class notes and Cancellation Policy before registering for any of our classes.
URL:https://windandthewillow.com/event/willow-obelisk-april-25-2025-800am-12pm/
LOCATION:The School House\, 137 Old Danforth Road\, Grafton\, Ontario\, K0K 2G0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T163000
DTSTAMP:20250125T161730Z
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UID:1380-1745659800-1745771400@windandthewillow.com
SUMMARY:Side Weave Sampler (April 26 & 27\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:This class is all about getting your weave on! It’s another two-day class for beginners and improvers. Beginners will learn the difference between a wale and a rand\, and why and when to use each. Try your hand at single and double weaves\, changes of direction\, zig zags\, and wales. Improvers can work on exploring new weaves or finessing favourites. Work on German\, English\, and/or Irish mouth wales. Master the rope wale and learn about packing\, mock waling\, and different pairing techniques. You will go home with at least one “sampler” basket that you can use as a reference for future projects. \nTwo-day workshop: April 26 & 27\, 2025\, 9:30-4:30 \nCourse fee: $260 + hst includes all materials\, tools\, light refreshments (tea\, coffee\, snacks)\, fun and creativity. Payment for class is due at time of booking. \nClick here to register\nClass Notes and Cancellation Policy: Please be sure to read our class notes and Cancellation Policy before registering for any of our classes.
URL:https://windandthewillow.com/event/side-weave-sampler-april-25-26-2025/
LOCATION:The School House\, 137 Old Danforth Road\, Grafton\, Ontario\, K0K 2G0\, Canada
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