Willow Obelisk Tutorial

Tutorial given by Sue Radford, of Stonewillow, on how to make a Willow Obelisk (I didn't realise I sounded so bumpkin, apologies!).
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[@cherylpietrok5962]

Love this tutorial, great job. Now I need to find fresh straight willow sticks. Thank you!

[@stonewillow7042]

So glad you like this, I love my job and happy to share the joy of what I do. Happy weaving
Sue from Stone Willow

[@martavaquero625]

Thanks for the video! It's great, I didn't know how to even start! I have a question though - if my willow sticks are dry and not too flexible, is it helpful to soak them in water in advance? I've heard it could do the trick

[@stonewillow7042]

Hi Marta.
Yes the willow will need to be soaked. A rough soaking guide is a day soaking per foot in length, then a day to “mellow” wrapped in a slightly damp blanket for a day before you weave with it.
The verity of willow may need different soaking times and if the water is warm it will soak faster, if it’s very cold it will take longer.
I hope this is helpful. Good luck Sue

[@finnlewis3083]

Amazing vid 👍 thanks! I’m getting the green thumb(s)

[@stonewillow7042]

Hi Fin, glad you like my video. I hope to inspire, get creative