The bent stick chair is a classic form with deep roots in rural craft traditions. Lightweight yet surprisingly strong, it’s a practical chair for both indoor use and sheltered outdoor spaces.

During this course, you’ll learn the traditional techniques behind chairmaking in willow: steaming and bending sticks, forming a strong frame, shaping legs and stretchers, and weaving or fitting a comfortable seat. The focus is on honest construction, good proportions, and time-tested methods.

This course is perfect for those who want to step into traditional furniture making and gain skills that can be built on for years to come.