Fine Handcrafted Items for everyday use

 
 
 

“Making things by hand is a fundamental part of being human.”
— JOSHUA VOGEL

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View fullsize 60ft long continuous woven willow fence. Loved every part of this project and am really happy with how it turned out. Video coming soon #willowfencing #willowfence
View fullsize Really enjoyed the colors in this big willow tray. It’s a sign of a good gift when it feels hard to let go of. I’m grateful to have a craft that I have a craft that I love that I can share with friends and family.
View fullsize New shelf up. Good to get these babies off the ground
View fullsize I’ve been finding a lot of solace in nature lately. Little moments here and there to appreciate beauty. Offering a bit of soothing amongst all the chaos, fear, and anger.
View fullsize I love willow colors. One of the things that drew me to willow basketry and keeps me on the hook. Another thing is that no matter how many times I practice a particular part of the process, I’m always continuing to learn and refine my skill. It
View fullsize It’s been a willow-y time over here! Lots of classes willow basketry classes lately and me getting some weaving in there as well. I’m grateful for all of the folks I’ve gotten to meet who came to class in 2024. Thank you @atelierinr
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View fullsize California huckleberry, Vaccinium ovatum It’s time for a favorite summer gathering. I’ve been going to this same spot now for the last few years to harvest and process as many huckleberries that I can gather in a day. This year was a lit
View fullsize Was a fun day out in the Barlow at @headwestmarketplace ! Thanks for all those who braved the heat and came out to say hello and support! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
View fullsize Pile ‘o spoons! Cherry, maple, alder, apple, walnut, and so forth. . Everyone needs a special wooden spoon, so come get yours in the Barlow this Saturday @headwestmarketplace
View fullsize Gearing up for @headwestmarketplace craft faire this Saturday in the Barlow, Sebastopol. I’ve been working hard to create, finish, cure (oh, and weave) all these lovely handmade items. Hopefully they will find some new homes and people who will
View fullsize New willow basket. Photos don’t do the size justice, it’s big! Really really happy with how this one turned out! #willowbasket #handmade #craft
View fullsize More walnut. Excited about this shape - would be good for a bunch of cozy oatmeal or yogurt and granola...mmmm. Fun to see the contrast in the colors as well #bowls #polelathe #greenwoodworking #craft #walnut
View fullsize Well....sadly it’s that time of year in Northern California again 😬 We got hit with record breaking heat, some of the craziest lightning I’ve seen (and I’m from the Midwest), and now there are a handful of fires burning within 100
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