About
MADAME TWIG I, II & III
The Branch Ranch was founded by two women with backgrounds in Horticulture and Art, blending nature and creativity by combining a sustainable, natural medium and an ancient craft. They were inspired by the beauty of the plants and materials cultivated on this special willow farm.
Madame Twig lll
In 2021 Madame Twig III – Jess, and her husband Chris moved all things willow to their quaint farm just minutes from the original Branch Ranch. Jess’ interest in willow began with the love of living willow trees and structures. Jess is inspired by the diversity of willow craft and The Branch Ranch allows her to combine her love of the outdoors, crafting and teaching. Jess loves that weaving allows her to be both a student, continuously learning new things and a teacher, sharing all that she has learned with those who come to weave at the farm. The Branch Ranch has quickly become a family affair, Chris keeps everything running smoothly and takes care of the building and fixing, the kids enjoy watering and learning small willow crafts and the Grandparents are happy to help fill in the gaps whenever a hand is needed while Jess looks after planning and teaching workshops!
The Branch Ranch is a member of both The Basketmakers Association and The National Basketry Association.
The Farm
NEWS
BIG News!
Our brand new Studio Workshop is virtually complete! With only a few final touches to be made! We look forward to welcoming you to our gorgeous temperature controlled workshop space!
Madame Twig III is available for presentations and weaving demonstrations to horticultural societies, probus groups and more!
Watch for collaborations with other local businesses and organizations! Madame Twig III and the Twig Team love to support local and bring you new and exciting opportunities!
Natrually Crafty is our new PA Day Workshop Offering for children ages 7-12! If your children love to get crafty, check it out and join us for a fun day of various crafts featuring willow!
VOTED ONE OF THE BEST HANDS-ON EXPERIENCES IN CANADA!
Visit us on Instagram to Check out some short videos HERE and HERE or HERE
Madame Twig III was recently interviewed by Northumberland 89.7' FM’s Ingrid Schumacher - In the garden! Listen to the interview here!
Expedia.ca Travel Blog - The Best Hands-on Experience in Canada - August 2018 click here to read the story
We worked on this AMAZING PROJECT with Patrick Dougherty - June 2017!!! click here to see the video and read more on our BLOG
Inside Belleville - April 28, 2016
Watershed Magazine - Winter 2012, Winter 2013, Winter 2014
Featured on CityLine, CityTV - November 2013