About the event

Join local willow artist Toni Cross for a morning of dry willow sculpture, to create a Christmas Wreath.

The wreath will be made in willow and we will add foliage, lights and bows. We make our wreaths in a special design so that foliage can be removed and replaced, and also make willow stars which can be added to your wreath or hung separately.

Wreaths are made using simple weaving techniques to make two connected circles, making it easy to change foliage as you wish. A selection of foliage will be available along with tree cones and a wide selection of bows if you would like to use them. You can also add lights if you wish. Please note, bows are an additional £2 to be paid in cash on the day directly to the tutor.

Willow stars are made using two techniques depending on size, and embellished with ribbons and coloured wire.

We work with willow which has been grown in Somerset and specially dried. In order to be suitable for weaving it is then soaked to make it pliable.

Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

All materials included, however if you wish to bring preferred secateurs or garden cutters, or additional preferred foliage, you are welcome to do so.

Tea and coffee will be provided. The cafe will be open for the duration, serving savoury food and sweet treats.

When booking please ensure your email/contact address is correct as it will be used to send event joining instructions. If you do not receive these instructions after booking, please contact: lackford.engagement@suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Please note that your booking is non-refundable and non-transferable and we run all our courses based on a minimum number of participants. You can find our full Terms & Conditions via this link:  https://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/wildlearninginfo

If this course is full, please join the waitlist; a ticket will be released to you if one becomes available. 

If you’d like to purchase a Voucher for future courses for yourself or as a gift, you can do so via our online shop at www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org.