Willow Bird Feeder

Join us at Pioneer Lodge in Red Deer for a couple of hours of weaving.
Craft a suet bird feeder from locally harvested willow. This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about weaving with natural materials who would like to begin with a simple project.
During this session, you will get to know willow and learn a foundational weave called pairing. Price includes a brick of high-quality suet so you can set it up as soon as you get home.
SKILLS LEARNED
How to select willow for different parts of a project
Using a jig to hold a form while you weave
Pairing
Basic joins
Trac border
Creating a functional garden object
DIFFICULTY: BEGINNER
Approachable willow projects, short enough to finish without putting too much strain on your hands, but long enough to learn the feel of the rod. A little experience helps, but none is required. You'll pick up the fundamentals as you go.
WORKSHOP RHYTHM
2 hours · 15-minute break for light snacks and tea
WHAT TO BRING
All weaving materials and tools are provided.
A water bottle and any snacks you may need.
Food for longer workshops, if you are staying through a break.
Comfortable clothing for hands-on making.
PIONEER LODGE
Workshops take place at Pioneer Lodge, a historic community hall in Parkvale, next to the arena and curling rink. The lodge is wheelchair accessible, has off-street parking, and includes a kitchen with a fridge and microwave.
SNACKS & TEA
Light snacks and tea will be available. Please bring a water bottle, and a snack if you like.
CHILDREN & YOUTH
Children over 12 are welcome in Gentle Beginner and Beginner workshops with a dedicated caregiver. We ask for a 1:1 adult-to-child ratio, and children must be supervised by their caregiver at all times.

This workshop is part of a full Weekend of Weaving: https://www.halfmoonbaskets.com/weekend-of-weaving-november-2026?utmsource=luma
See the schedule: https://www.halfmoonbaskets.com/weekend-of-weaving-november-2026schedule
See all workshops: https://www.halfmoonbaskets.com/weekend-of-weaving-november-2026workshops