Looking for something a little different from the traditional Christmas wreath? Create two beautiful handcrafted willow stars to brighten your home this festive season. Learn simple weaving techniques to make an elegant eight-pointed Scandinavian star and a traditional five-pointed star, then decorate them with fairy lights, ribbons and natural greenery gathered from the Shambellie woods. Suitable for complete beginners.
Bring a little woodland magic into your home this Christmas by creating your own handcrafted willow decorations.
In this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop you’ll learn how to weave two traditional willow stars using natural willow rods. You’ll make both an elegant eight-pointed Scandinavian-style woven star and a classic five-pointed willow star, before transforming them into festive decorations using battery-operated fairy lights, ribbons and seasonal greenery collected from the beautiful grounds surrounding Shambellie House.
By the end of the afternoon you’ll leave with two unique Christmas decorations ready to hang on a wall, door or window, or to give as thoughtful handmade gifts.
All materials and tools are provided, along with plenty of encouragement and festive inspiration.
Booking required
Booking required
