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Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 1:20 pm
by Ivann 97
Hi guys! I'll try to explain you how to make the nest from willow twigs. English isn't my primary language so you maybe wont understand me well. :/

At start you need 4 twigs 60cm long and 0.7-0.8cm width. Use only fresh twigs, so you can fold it without risk of breaking.

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It's not easy at the beginning. I hope you will pass this step without big problems. It can be hard to handle all twigs in one hand. Fold the twigs in the shape of a cone and distribute them evenly. Hold the top with one hand, and with the other hand wrap thin twigs around the basic twigs.


I hope that you can undestand the principle of knitting from next pictures.

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If you have overcome a difficult start, congratulations! Now it's a lot easier and it's time to make the entrance. Choose one side of the nest, and every time you reach it, turn back.

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When you're done with the entrance, continue to knit as at the beginning.

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If you are done with your nest , cut off branches that stick out.

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I hope I was a little bit helpful, also hope that you have enjoyed it. :)

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 1:25 pm
by Rox
Thank you!! Definitely going to try this sometime =D>

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 1:28 pm
by chirpy
THIS IS SO GREAT!!!

next time (if there is a next time! haha) I will surely try and make one of these! AWESOME OUTSTANDING JOB! =D>

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 1:58 pm
by cindy
I love this idea!!! We don't have willow trees down in this part of Florida but I would love to try this with basket weaving reed found at a craft store. Thank you for posting your pictures and handiness!!!

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 2:03 pm
by Perfex
Excellent explanation and pics. Definitely going to make some. We have a couple of willows in our neighborhood.

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 2:21 pm
by Sally
Excellent directions, very easy to understand, and the photos are outstanding. Thanks for a very informative thread. =D>

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 3:29 pm
by finchmix22
Thanks so much for the instructions and pics. I can't wait to try this!

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 3:45 pm
by Ivann 97
You're welcome people! I'm glad that you like this. :)

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 3:46 pm
by debbie276
Perfect!!
thanks =D> :D

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 4:40 pm
by EyesofFreedom
wow :shock:

you know... we should have a "do it yourself" section :wink:

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 7:36 pm
by 30 Seconds to Bob
We don't have willow trees down in this part of Florida

I do. :wink: They line my retention pond. I even have a small one in a pot that I started from a cutting. You are welcome to have it Cindy if you have somewhere to plant it. Thanks for the instructions Ivan. Bob

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Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 9:45 pm
by Chris103
This is so cool! I don't have any willows but have tons of bamboo. I'll have to see if I can make one out of that. Thanks for sharing!!!

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 9:59 pm
by DanteD716
Brilliant explanation! Thanks for sharing! I will deffinatly try it. I have grape vines, they may work. I made a large nest like this today out of them today (inspired by you) but its not for them to nest in, its more like a big ball they can hide in or roost in,i used silk plants entwined with the vines so its like a little hideout for the birds

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Sat Aug 03, 2013 11:12 pm
by Sam007
Excellent Job =D>

Re: Homemade wicker nest: Instructions

Posted: Tue Aug 06, 2013 6:49 pm
by beachbird
Wow! Thanks so much.