Willow Furniture Classes & Workshops


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Bent Willow Furniture
Bim Willow, Bent Willow Artisan and Author Saturday, August 3, 2019
Level All levels, especially beginners! Supplies ALL WILLOW SUPPLIES INCLUDED! See below for basic tools to bring from home.
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.
Bring from home
- Hammer
- Pruning shears
- Loppers (suggested, not required)
- Wire cutters (suggested, not required)
- Snacks/drinks (suggested, not required)
Registration Deadline All registrations must be received no later than Friday, July 26 at 3pm in order for Bim to harvest the required willow materials for your project.
Box Lunch served with potato chips, Craveworthy Cookies® and beverage Sandwich Options (select your preference at registration):
- Thai Beef Wrap (280 CAL EACH)
- Mozzarella, Red Pepper, Balsamic & kale ciabatta (470 CAL EACH)
- Turkey, feta, spinach & sundried tomato ciabatta (670 CAL EACH)
- None (- $8 off registration)
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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.
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MORNING SESSION: MISC PIECES |
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Sassy Willow End Table
200-08-03-19-04 Saturday, August 3 9 a.m. - noon Limit 10, Learning Center Picnic Shelter Area
Approx Dimensions: Approx Dimensions: 24” x 24” x 18”
$140 member/$160 non-member, includes Arboretum admission, box lunch and all raw materials to build the project
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"Birdhouse" Bench
200-08-03-19-02 YES! A Birdhouse is at the top of the bench! Saturday, August 3 9 a.m. - noon Limit 10, Learning Center Picnic Shelter Area
Approx Dimensions: 48" x 40" x 14"
$160 member/$180 non-member, includes Arboretum admission, box lunch and all raw materials to build the project

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Willow Garden Arbor
200-08-03-19-03 Saturday, August 3 9 a.m. - noon Limit 10, Learning Center Picnic Shelter Area
Approx Dimension: 4' wide, 7' tall
$350 member/$375 non-member, includes Arboretum admission, box lunch and all raw materials to build the project

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AFTERNOON SESSION: CHAIRS & LOVESEATS |
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Willow Bar Stool
200-08-03-19-05 Saturday, August 3 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Limit 4, Learning Center Picnic Shelter Area
Approx Dimensions: 21"x21"x36"
$200 member/$225 non-member, includes Arboretum admission, box lunch and all raw materials to build the project

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Willow Chair
200-08-03-19-01 Saturday, August 3 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Limit 10, Learning Center Picnic Shelter Area
Approx Dimensions: 46" 32" 28"
$325 member/$360 non-member, includes Arboretum admission, box lunch and all raw materials to build the project

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Willow Rocking Chair
200-08-03-19 Saturday, August 3 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Limit 6, Learning Center Picnic Shelter Area
Approx Dimensions: 46" 32" 28"
$400 member/$440 non-member, includes Arboretum admission, box lunch and all raw materials to build the project

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Arboretum Members may invite non-members to attend a class with them at the discounted member rate! Simply register for all participants at the same time in the same order and select the "member" rate for each person at checkout.
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