Willow crafts

Willow Balls are really simple to make, and are a lovely rustic ornament that can be used in a number of ways.We turned ours into bird feeders.

On the shores of Loch Na Fooey, basket maker Joe Hogan uses local willow, birch and larch to create woven sculptures of delicate beauty. Photographs Lisa Linder

Handy TIPS and advice on how to prepare willow for SCULPTING, equipment needed and WHERE to buy your willow from

Make a beautiful and practical woven bird basket from willow branches. Learn how with this tutorial that walks you through the process.

How to harvest basket willow rods from coppiced willow stools and use them for weaving willow baskets. Includes a video-tutorial to help you succeed.

How to weave a willow piglet with basketmaker Eddie Glew of Blithfield Willowcrafts. We show you step by step as we learn the art of willow weaving

Create this DIY handmade willow bird feeder by weaving and simplicity crafting with foraged materials. This excellent project allows you to rediscover natures beauty, attract songbirds, and embrace the art of slow living. The how to create a willow birdfeeder is an easy and fun way to be sustainabl

This willow cone is simple to make and could be used as a base for all sorts of crafts as well as making a wonderful, rustic plant support for the garden.