Wild Crafts
Grow it. Gather it. Make it. A hands-on day of making useful, beautiful things from natural materials, slowly and with care.
The two days
We start by getting to know the materials: which woods carve well, which plants weave, and how to gather and prepare them at the right time.
You'll learn safe carving grips and make a simple butter spreader or spatula before moving on to carving a wooden spoon.
Through the afternoon you'll try a crooked knife and palm drill, weave a bramble basket and make bark containers and natural mats.
You'll leave with things you've made yourself, and ideas for growing your own craft garden at home.
What we'll cover
- Knowing and preparing your materials
- Carving basics: butter spreader and spatula
- Carving a wooden spoon
- A crooked knife and palm drill
- A bramble basket
- Bark containers and natural mats
You'll leave with
- Things you've carved and woven yourself
- Safe carving skills
- Ideas for a craft garden of willow, hazel and other useful plants
What to bring
- Work gloves if you have them
- Clothes for sitting and working outside
- Your own knife if you'd like advice on it (tools are provided)
- A packed lunch and plenty to drink
Keep going afterwards
Every course has a matching book and activity guide collection, so you can keep practising at home.
A taste of the activities
Booking and safety
Full payment secures your place. You'll be sent joining instructions and a short health and personal information form to complete before the course. Please read the terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy.
Want this course for your own group, school or team? Talk to Jay.