Get into the festive spirit and lose yourself in creativity at The Children’s Centre farm with our in-house craft expert Annie Eastham and team.
Make your very own beautifully rustic Christmas wreath to adorn your home.
We will be using willow and shrubbery from the farm and nearby areas as well as adding a bit of extra colour with ribbons and seasonal trimmings.
All materials are provided, but if you have any favourite ribbon or festive accessories please feel free to bring them along.
Tea, coffee, cake and festive cheer provided!
Bring your own secateurs.
Beginner/moderate skill level (use of secateurs, working wire and shrubbery)
Get into the festive spirit and join us for a hands-on workshop to create a beautiful and sustainable Christmas wreath.
Using a beautiful, locally handcrafted willow base, you will be guided through the art of wreath making. Our resident crafting expert Annie Eastham will show you how to arrange and secure a gorgeous selection of natural and foraged materials to create a stunning final piece.
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn a new skill and craft a unique decoration that you'll be proud to hang on your door this Christmas. All materials are provided, including the pre-made willow base, festive foraged greenery, and a variety of extras including bows, cinnamon sticks and dried fruit.
What you'll learn:
How to create a full and luscious wreath using bunches of greenery
Creative ways to use foraged materials for a rustic look
Techniques for securing your decorations
Use of secateurs and basic knots
How to add bows and other decorative elements to your wreath
*Please note that you will be using sharp garden secateurs throughout this workshop as well as tying knots with garden string.
If you have been to one of our wreath workshops before, please feel free to bring your willow base back to re-use.
Date: various date and times available
Location: The Children’s Centre Polytunnel (please wear appropriate warm clothing and bring garden gloves if you have them)
All funds raised from this workshop will go directly to help provide our charitable services for children and families on the island.