Willow Sculptures, Basket & Workshops
Handcrafted willow sculptures and baskets, alongside beginner-friendly and intermediate workshops and courses at venues across the South West.
Forged in Willow brings together a small family team of makers creating handcrafted willow and metalwork from our Somerset base.
From expressive willow animals and large-scale garden sculptures to traditional baskets and forged metalwork, each piece is made by hand with a love of natural materials, traditional craft and the landscapes that inspire us.
Our work ranges from characterful hares and stags to practical baskets, sculptural pieces and bespoke commissions for homes, gardens, businesses, weddings and special occasions.
We run friendly, relaxed willow workshops across the South West, from traditional basket making to sculptural pieces inspired by the natural world.
Whether you've never worked with willow before or you're looking to develop your skills, our workshops are designed to give you the time, space and guidance to create something you'll be proud to take home.
Our willow sculptures are made to bring a little character and wildness into gardens, homes and public spaces.
From life-size hares and deer to birds, livestock and bespoke creations, we work with clients to create pieces that feel at home in their surroundings.
Our sculptures can be found across the South West, including installations at The Newt in Somerset and Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens.
Forged in Willow grew from Jo Sadler's passion for willow sculpture, but today the business is becoming something bigger.
Jo continues to create willow sculptures and bespoke commissions, while Tori teaches basketry and willow workshops and is developing her own work within the business. Hazel and Ian bring their skills in traditional metalwork to the team too.
Together, we share a love of making things by hand, working with natural materials and creating pieces with character.
