What people say about Sargie’s Mess!

“I’ve done two workshops with Karen and have thoroughly enjoyed both of them. One was willow weaving a duck and the second, a basket. Each time Karen led us through the weaving process thoroughly so that we were left with beautiful items to take away!
I learnt a lot about the willow as a material, the different types and how to best to work it. In other words, all the important information and skills to make a finished item look professional. 

“Karen is always well prepared, very helpful and friendly – I couldn’t recommend her more.”

— Anna-Silvia

“What a delight the willow weaving workshop was! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was relaxed, welcoming, and full of cheerful ‘witter and weave’. I’m absolutely thrilled with the basket I made. Since returning home, I’ve caught myself simply holding it—admiring the beauty of the willow, the smooth curve of the handle, and the satisfying robustness of the basket cradle. It will live very happily in our greenhouse, ready for all the foraging adventures to come.

“My husband describes the basket as giving me little Hygge moments, and he’s absolutely right.

“A huge thank you to everyone who joined the workshop and made it such a joyful experience, and a very special thank you to Karen for hosting a truly fabulous day. Her generosity, guidance, and deep knowledge made the workshop both inspiring and unforgettable. I couldn’t recommend it more.” 

— Annette

“I really enjoyed my day with Karen making willow pheasants. Karen was an excellent teacher. She managed to demonstrate and instruct in a friendly way while the group chattered away, ensuring a highly enjoyable atmosphere throughout. We all produced easily recognisable pheasants – most of us willow-weaving for the first time. I’ll be back for more!”

— George

“I loved my day of weaving with Karen. Making a forager’s basket was hugely satisfying and, as an activity, managed to be both demanding (of concentration) and meditative!  Karen is very good both at instructing and encouraging experimentation, and she kept us all on track in a calm, relaxed way. Her workshop is a treasure trove of creativity that is very inspiring too!”

— Alice

“Karen has created several wonderful willow works of art with me, from a full-sized stag that took pride of place in my garden, to a pheasant, baskets and a dragonfly sculpture that still adorns my kitchen. Karen is gently encouraging to beginners as well as highly skilled for those more experienced crafters. She has great creative vision and ensures that everyone finishes their project and that it’s a project worth finishing. I can’t recommend her enough as a guide to creative fun!”

— Jo