Willow workshops 2025/26

Testimonials

  • Tess was not only knowledgeable but an excellent teacher. It was one of my best Saturdays for a long time. I came away inspired to do another course

  • Tess is generous in all aspects of her teaching - with the knowledge and skills she shares, with the encouragement and patience she holds, and with the confidence and joy that she instills. I came away from her class with a beautiful basket that I am proud to use, and my heart filled with the memory of a truly nourishing couple of days. What was a surprise to me was that Tess’ teaching felt so full and yet so spacious at the same time. An absolute delight!

  • I absolutely loved making my willow handbag! I found the whole process really nourishing especially because Tess is wonderfully supportive and knowledgeable, and her workshop is such a cosy creative space.

  • It was fascinating to learn techniques that were slightly different from those learnt previously with other makers and the reasons behind the choices made.  I will definitely be joining Tess again on her future courses!

  • Weekends weaving with Tess are such a relaxing way to learn a new creative skill. Tess is such a supportive teacher and shares options of personalising your creation which makes your piece even more special to take home. Can't wait to learn more and to fill my home with woven beauties

basket workshop Abbey Home Farm
Staking up a basket
Finished asymmetric spiral basket
happy basket makers
making a willow handbag in the studio
New Brewery Arts basketmaking workshop
Proud of the finished basket
happy students with their willow handbags
basket or hat?
Fire in the Mountain festival platter workshop
finished willow backpack
private tuition making a willow handbag
weaving outside making bags
Fire in the Mountain festival workshop
Teaching Bath Architecture students
private tuition day making baskets
staking up a basket outside
Abbey Home farm basketry workshop
Finished asymmetric basket with stick handle