Willow Dragonfly & Bird Feeder Workshop

Join Laura from L & S Crafts for a relaxed, beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop at the beautiful Howsham Mill between York and Malton. Over the day, you will be led through the creative process involved to turn this natural material into a beautiful rustic garden items using step-by-step demonstrations and individual tuition.

In the morning you will learn how to weave a willow dragonfly that can be displayed on a stick, attached to a fence or suspended from a tree as if in mid-flight! In the afternoon, you will craft your own willow bird feeder.

All tools and equipment will be provided. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners, however willow weaving requires a reasonable level of hand strength and dexterity. We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing and footwear that you don’t mind getting a bit dusty or muddy.

Hot drinks will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch to enjoy either indoors or outside in the lovely woodland surroundings.

The venue has free parking and composting toilets. Please note Howsham Mill itself is approximately 1/4 mile walk from the carpark along an uneven path.

Minimum age for participants is 18 years.

Before booking, please read our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Notice. Please note, the venue does flood very occasionally causing courses to be cancelled. In the event of this occurring, a full refund would be available.