Willow Weaving Masterclass - Spring Lamb

Event details

Sunday 30 March 2025

9.30am - 3.30pm | £200 per person, includes all materials, lunch and parking

Create your own characterful spring lamb sculpture out of willow in this fully guided workshop led by International willow artist, Emma Stothard.

The session will begin with an introductory talk by Emma where she will share details or her work. She'll then lead a practical, willow weaving session and be on hand to offer advice and assistance. 

At the end of the workshop, you'll have a willow sheep to take home, and will be armed with the skills and experience to try your own self-guided projects.

All materials, plus refreshments and a locally sourced picnic lunch will be provided. 

Venue and Meeting Point

The workshop will take at the Chatsworth Stickyard, our outdoor learning centre. The Stickyard is located in Stand Wood, through the gate next to the Farmyard and Adventure Playground. 

Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the start of the session for a prompt start at 9.30am. 

Important Information

Hot drinks will be provided throughout the day but we advise wearing very warm clothing including a hat, gloves and thick socks!

All tools, PPE and materials are provided.

Willow can be a physically demanding material to work with so please let us know if you have any access requirements and we will speak to you about your needs.

Accessibility

There is a fairly steep incline to reach the venue – this is along a short steep paved pathway. 

There is an accessible toilet and seating available. 

Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions about accessibility or require a carer’s ticket. 

About Emma Stothard

Acclaimed artist Emma has created beautiful sculptures across the country, including commissions for the Royal Gardens at Highgrove, RHS Chelsea Flower Show and the Great Yorkshire Show. Emma has most recently created a series of striking new sculptures for the Whitby Sculpture Trail.

“I just love willow,” says Emma of the material she started her career with. “It’s a completely natural product, it’s very versatile, it has a wonderful smell, and a real energy. Working with it is almost like drawing in wood – each willow withy tapers naturally, as a line in pencil does. It has an ethereal quality, yet still gives solid shape, form and structure.

“The finished product needs a little more care than the metal versions, depending on the environment it’s in, but look after it, and it’ll last beautifully for years.”

For more information about Emma, visit her website.

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