Willow Furniture
Classes & Workshops

Bent Willow Furniture

Bim Willow, Bent Willow Artisan and Author
Saturday, August 11, 2018

Level: All levels, especially beginners!
Bim Willow is coming back to the Arboretum in a tricked-out bus full of willow and you will not want to miss it! Bent willow furniture was an early American craft that is making a strong comeback. Bim is an experienced artist in this medium, and will walk you step-by-step through the willow project of your choice, resulting in a beautiful bent willow piece within a matter of a few hours--really! You will never feel more proud of the furniture building skills you didn't know you had. Prices listed are per project, and include a box lunch or dinner. 

HOW IT WORKS
Projects are grouped by similar construction techniques; you will be working simultaneously alongside other participants regardless of which project you choose. Bim and his assistants will rotate through all participants to provide one-on-one attention as you complete each step. The amount of time to complete a project varies based on the student; the times listed are an estimate and students may leave whenever their project is completed.

Projects are inteded for solo builders. Couples are encouraged to register for two simultaneous projects (what's better than one chair? A set of chairs!) See coupon offer below.

ALL WILLOW SUPPLIES INCLUDED!
Required Equipment
Bring a hammer, pruning shears, and a vehicle large enough to carry your finished project home (rental vehicles available by the hour at Home Depot & Menards).

Suggested Equipment
Loppers, wire cutters, and any snacks/drinks (drinking fountain available on-site)

Registration Deadline
All registrations must be received no later than Thursday, August 9 at 3pm in order for Bim to harvest the required willow materials for your project.

COUPON
10% Off 2 or more Willow Projects

DETAILS
Register for 2 or more Willow Projects (either a couple working on 2 simultaneous projects OR a single completing both morning and afternoon sessions) and receive 10% off your total order!
COUPON CODE
Use coupon code TenPercent at checkout or call 612-301-1210.
RULES
Classes must be purchased at the same time in the same order, not valid on previous purchases or with other discounts. No cash value.

"Birdhouse" Bench

(200-08-11-18-03)
YES! A Birdhouse is at the top of the bench!
Saturday, August 11
9 a.m. - noon
Limit 10, Bee Center

Approx Dimensions: 48" x 40" x 14"

Coffee Table

(200-08-11-18-04)
Saturday, August 11
9 a.m. - noon
Limit 8, Bee Center

Approx Dimensions: 17" x 36" x 24"

Baker's Rack or Potting Bench

(200-08-11-18-05)
Saturday, August 11
9 a.m. - noon
Limit 2, Bee Center

Approx Dimensions: 66" x 40" x 24"

Willow Chair

(200-08-11-18)
Saturday, August 11
1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Limit 6, Bee Center

Approx Dimensions: 46" 32" 28"

$325 member/$360 non-member, includes Arboretum admission, box lunch and all raw materials to build a willow chair

Willow Loveseat

(200-08-11-18-01)
Saturday, August 11
1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Limit 2, Bee Center

Approx Dimensions: 46" 50" 28"

Willow Rocking Chair

(200-08-11-18-02)
Saturday, August 11
1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Limit 4, Bee Center

Approx Dimensions: 46" 32" 28"