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 2-day course, you’ll learn the traditional techniques behind bent stick chair making in willow: steaming and bending sticks, forming a strong frame, shaping legs and stretchers, and fitting a comfortable seat. The focus is on honest construction, good proportions, and time-tested methods.
