Willow Basketry and Sculpture

Willow Basketry and Sculpture
Author: Jo Hammond
Publisher: Crowood
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2014-02-28
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1847976824

Willow weaving is an exciting and rewarding craft for anyone who wants to reconnect with the natural world. This essential book gives all the information and tuition needed to get started and includes projects on sculpture, basketry and folk-art decorations. Thirteen projects are set out in clear and detailed stages, ranging from practical baskets to planters, lifelike scultpures and wreaths. Advice is given on adapting recipes and designing your own baskets.Topics covered: Basic techniques and basketry terms are explained and clearly illustrated, along with selection and preparation of materials; Chapters describe four different basketry forms, each with a different set of structures and skills to learn; Sound, practical tips throughout to smooth your progress and help overcome difficulties. Beautifully illustrated with 160 colour photographs and 17 drawings.

Willow Working

Willow Working
Author: Lynn Huggins-Cooper
Publisher: Pen and Sword History
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2021-05-06
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1526724618

A guide to the history of basketry and willow weaving, from ancient times to today, plus photos and information for crafters. The story begins in prehistory, when people first wove plant fibers together to create containers, shelters, and fences. This book explores the ways in which basketry and willow weaving has continued to be important throughout human history in artistic, economic, and functional terms. It brings us up to date via interviews with modern basketry and willow weaving artisans who generously allowed the author a window into their studios and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques, and tools for the twenty-first century. Photos of their work and their working environments offer a unique view into the world of this ancient craft. Finally, in case you’re inspired to try your hand, the book also has a resources section that includes a valuable list of suppliers of plant fibers, plants, and tools, as well as information about training courses, useful websites and more—everything you need to get started.

A Celebration of Willow

A Celebration of Willow
Author: Kim Creswell
Publisher: Aeon Books
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2024-03-26
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1801521042

An invitation to reconnect with nature through the art of willow sculpture. Lavishly illustrated with full colour photographs, this uniquely valuable book pays homage to the willow in many ways, providing an in depth discussion to the intricacies of willow sculpture, ranging from sourcing materials and basic techniques, to how to weave a variety of shapes and forms. Over the last three decades, Kim Creswell has dedicated her life to working with the elegant and abundant Salix; in A Celebration of Willow, she shares with readers the knowledge she has gathered through connecting with her plant ally, the familiar and flexible willow tree. Throughout the book, the author focuses on the importance of cultivating a deep and mutual relationship with the natural world, discussing in detail important concepts such as ecology and sustainability. She also explores explores working with the willow tree in herbal medicine. A Celebration of Willow not only provides a poignant introduction to the willow tree but acts as a pathway for readers to consider how they can connect with themselves as a part of nature.

Willow Craft

Willow Craft
Author: Jonathan Ridgeon
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014-11-22
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781503178557

This book will show you how to make some of the most popular and inspiring willow craft projects other than baskets. There are items for both the home and garden, and all are great fun to make. You do not need any previous experience, the detailed instructions have been designed to guide you every step of the way.

Willow Weaving

Willow Weaving
Author: Truus Stol
Publisher: Search PressLtd
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2004
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781844480159

This delightful book guides the reader through a series of charming projects inspired by animals and the changing seasons. The basic techniques of working with willow withes is clearly explained and the attractive diagrams will make you want to begin at once. Choose from both traditional and contemporary projects such as Easter Baskets, Dolphin in a Hoop, Swans on the Nest, an old-fashioned Rocking Horse and many more.

Willow Work

Willow Work
Author: Mary Butcher
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1995
Genre: Basket making
ISBN: 9780952554103

A Way to Garden

A Way to Garden
Author: Margaret Roach
Publisher: Timber Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2019-04-30
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1604698772

“A Way to Garden prods us toward that ineffable place where we feel we belong; it’s a guide to living both in and out of the garden.” —The New York Times Book Review For Margaret Roach, gardening is more than a hobby, it’s a calling. Her unique approach, which she calls “horticultural how-to and woo-woo,” is a blend of vital information you need to memorize and intuitive steps you must simply feel and surrender to. In A Way to Garden, Roach imparts decades of garden wisdom on seasonal gardening, ornamental plants, vegetable gardening, design, gardening for wildlife, organic practices, and much more. She also challenges gardeners to think beyond their garden borders and to consider the ways gardening can enrich the world. Brimming with beautiful photographs of Roach’s own garden, A Way to Garden is practical, inspiring, and a must-have for every passionate gardener.

Willow Projects for Beginners

Willow Projects for Beginners
Author: Wendy Thorner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 109
Release: 2020-08-15
Genre:
ISBN:

This full colour book will get you started in willow weaving, with 17 projects showing you how to make a wide variety of baskets and willow art. It includes detailed, step by step instructions for every project, with each instruction illustrated with a colour photograph. This book will enable you to take those first steps, with no previous experience or aptitude needed. Wendy Thorner is an experienced basket maker and willow grower, and has previously shared her knowledge through the very popular 'Make This Willow Basket' series of willow kits, many of the instructions of which appear in this book. No special tools are needed, and advice is given as to where to purchase the willow and how to prepare it.