Upcoming Classes
Willow Weaving Orbs
November 8, 10 AM – 2 PM
Learn different weaving techniques to create an orb for your home or garden. Add lights for a festive touch!
Birdfeeder for Woodpeckers
November 22, 9 AM – 2:30 PM
Weave a hanging feeder for woodpeckers and make your own suet cake to feed the birds all winter long.
Willow Garden Tower
December 13, 9 AM – 5 PM
Create a willow tower that can grow beans, cucumbers or peas in summer and serve as a “tree” during the holidays.
Willow Market Basket
January 10, 9 AM – 5 PM
Create a handled rib style basket sturdy enough to take to the market for all those good veggies!
Create willow structures that are both beautiful and practical.
Willow weaving classes at Indian Creek Nature Center allow participants, regardless of prior experience, the opportunity to transform willow branches into tasteful and durable additions to their home, yard, or garden.
Participants should have good hand, finger, wrist, and arm strength in order to weave their own creations.
Meet Your Teacher: Mary Kopecky
Mary is a retired teacher who has spent years creating works of art from willow. She has led multiple willow weaving classes at Indian Creek Nature Center and is comfortable instructing class participants of all experience levels.
Her willow weaving skills have helped dozens of local gardeners infuse their yards with beautiful trellis towers, orbs, and other decor – all fashioned by her muse of choice, willow.