Willow Weaving Workshop Series

March, April, September, October 2026
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Workshops @ Prairie Gardens

Just 1 km north of Bon Accord, Canada’s First Dark Sky Community

Random Weave Rabbit for Easter

Date: Saturday March 28 10am - 2:30 - Farm Lunch is served at 12pm - 12:30

Discover the art of random weaving as you create a small animal friend. Shape wild willow to form a rabbit, just in time to welcome Spring. Learn the basics of shaping, then explore freely as your new woven friend comes to life. Workshop Includes: Mocktail, Farm Spring Lunch, Instructor, Willow & Supplies and Use of Tools. You will take home your willow Rabbit.

Cost per Person: $149
Bring a Friend - Book 2 or more $129

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Willow Bird Feeder

Sunday, April 12 Workshop 10am - 12pm Lunch 12pm-1pm

Includes: Mocktail, Farm Spring Lunch

Create a handwoven willow bird feeder designed to hold suet balls or seasonal nesting materials. In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of weaving wild willow while making a functional, wildlife friendly piece for your garden. Workshop includes: Instructor, Willow & Supplies and Use of Tools. You will take home your willow creation.

Cost per Person $79
Bring a Friend! Book 2 or more people $59 per person

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Harvest Basket

Hol. Monday, September 7, 10am - 1pm

Includes: Mocktail, Farm Lunch Tickets

Shaped to fit comfortably in your hand, this basket is perfect for gathering from your garden or displaying treasured items. In this class, you’ll learn essential skills for working with willow - bending and shaping it into a basket that is uniquely your own. Workshop Includes: Free Entry to Sunflower Daze Festival; U-pick apples or Fall Flower Bouquet to take home; Garden Tour, Instructor, Willow & Supplies and Use of Tools. You will take home your willow creation.

Cost per Person $125
Bring a Friend! Book for 2 or More $95 per person

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Cobwebber Broom

Sunday, September 13 10am-3pm Includes: Mocktail, Farm Lunch Tickets

Create your own cobwebber broom using natural broomcorn and a rustic handle. In this hands on workshop, you’ll learn traditional broom making techniques and leave with a functional, rustic broom - rooted in old world craft with just a hint of magic. Workshop Includes: A Fun Day at the Farm - with Free Entry to Sunflower Maze and a Make Your Own Free Scarecrow for your Fall Front Ste, Garden Tour, Instructor, Willow & Supplies and Use of Tools. You will take home your magnificent Broom. Gates open at 9am - 6pm Come early or Stay after the workshop to enjoy the farm.

Cost per person $149
Bring a Friend Book 2 tickets or more $129

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Handbroom

Friday October 2 - 6pm - 8:30 pm

Handweave a Broomcorn Handbroom! Create a turkey wing style handbroom using natural broomcorn and a selection of colorful twine. In this workshop, you’ll learn traditional broom making techniques and make a small, practical broom - perfect for sweeping up little messes and keeping close at hand. Workshop includes: Free Admission to the Haunted Pumpkin Festival - Come early to enjoy the Farm - Make Your Own Free Scarecrow for your Fall Front Step Display, a Free Take-Home Pumpkin. Workshop includes: Instructor, Broom Supplies and Use of Tools. You will take home your magnificent Broom. Farm Gates Open 9am - 6pm

Includes: Mocktail & Pumpkin Chili & Pumpkin Pie for supper.
Cost per Person: $139
Bring a Friend Book for 2 or more people $119 per person

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Spiral Porch Tree

Sunday November 15, 12pm - 2:30pm

Create a spiral porch tree woven from wild willow in this hands on workshop. This simple yet striking piece makes a beautiful festive addition to your porch or entryway and can be dressed up with twinkle lights for a warm, welcoming glow. Workshop Includes: Instructor, Willow & Supplies and Use of Tools. You will take home your willow creation.

Includes: Mocktail, Farm Winter Lunch
Cost per Person: $95
Bring a Friend Book for 2 or more people $75 per person

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