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Ruth Gray

Ruth Gray

Willow Weaving and Watercolours

I am a willow weaver and watercolour artist living in Rusthall. Working from my garden workshop, I craft willow baskets using traditional methods and UK-grown willow, drawing inspiration from the woodlands and countryside that surround my village. 

The same landscapes that shape my weaving find their way into my watercolours — paintings that celebrate the quiet beauty of the natural world on my doorstep.

With a background in teaching, I love welcoming beginners into the craft through friendly willow weaving workshops, where traditional skills and techniques are explored through a range of projects for the home and garden. Whether you are picking up willow for the first time or looking for a handmade piece to treasure, I hope my work offers a warm connection to nature and the slow, satisfying art of making by hand.

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Ashdown Forest Open Studios

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Exhibition Dates

Friday 4th September 2026

Saturday 5th September 2026

Sunday 6th September 2026

Open 10am - 5pm each day

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