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We believe anyone can learn to make anything, and that learning to make things will change your life, just like it did for us.
Doing something with your hands builds confidence, self-reliance and a sense of purpose that you can't get from anything else. For many people it's the unknown missing link to long-term fulfilment and wellbeing. Our beautiful, in-depth video courses take all the pain out of getting started - plus they can be viewed on any device from anywhere in the world.
At My Own 2 Hands, our mission is to bring the incredible benefits of learning to make things to as many people as possible.
For tens of thousands of years, humans made almost everything they owned themselves. Many of us still feel an innate urge to make something with our hands; it’s a fundamental part of being human. But sadly, nowadays, most of us can't!
The benefits of learning to make things are incredible. Every time we make something something, our minds improve, leaving us better and more capable and than when we began. It builds confidence, self-reliance and even a sense of meaning and purpose that we can’t get from anything else. Not only can making make you feel great, it can also be a key tool for weathering life’s storms.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 1316 reviews.
I absolutely loved my first willow weaving project. The instructions were clear, detailed and precise and I found the whole thing really relaxing. Somewhere in the making process I began to give a 'saucer' shape to my base ( my error) , however I am still thrilled with the result which was a bespoke plant basket. I can't wait to start my next project very soon . I would definitely recommend this kit to others.
The online course was really amazing. Molly explained everything in detail and her voice was so calm. I felt that soaking the willow takes experience. I followed the instructions to soak for 4 days, and although the willow didn't snap, the thicker ends weren't bendy enough for the asymmetric part. I resoak the top bit in the bath tub in the end. Still, I am really proud of myself being able to make a beautiful basket, and would like to buy more courses to learn more about this beautiful craft.
Not done this before - had to persevere - eating cheese and wine whilst trying to make it perhaps wasn’t the most advisable - but got there in the end - not perfect - but is mine ;)
We weren't really at the beach! I went completely wrong at the top but decided it was safer to carry on so I added the leather handle. Mine is going to store my grandson's cars. My friend is going to line hers with fabric and store her current knitting project in. The instructions were really clear however I kept forgetting to follow them! We had a wonderful few hours making them outside in the garden. Such a great idea/gift
Clear instructions and great little basket
There were enough rods in my kit to have two attempts at the basket. I’m very happy with them both, even though the first looks nothing like the berry basket I was aiming for! Great fun and really easy to follow along with the comprehensive instruction videos
Very pleased with the basket, I wouldn’t recommend it as a first project, I did something smaller first and am glad I did as you get to understand some of the techniques and pitfalls. The video tutorials are very good and well done, I’ve also watched a few from other tutors and picked up a few tips which have also really helped. All in all I very much enjoyed the making process and am very pleased with the result and I would recommend.
Loved making this willow obelisk looking forward to planting a rose to grow up it.
My friend and I enjoyed making the star. We plan to make the tray next. We are so excited to work with willow.
Absolutely loved my first try at weaving. Materials were fantastic and the videos so clear. While it’s not perfect I have learned lots and looking forward to my next weaving project . Think one of the bigger baskets is my next target. Fully recommend this course.
Decided to buy a few of these and have a craft day at the family reunion. It was a fun project that utilized more colorful language than I was expecting. Overall it was a great project. You’ll definitely learn that the reeds snap and break easier than you’ll think and don’t be surprised if you have to soak them a second time. The project took us most of the morning and I love how all of our stars are unique to the individual! The videos are great and go into great detail on how to do every step. My only qualm is the fairy lights provided are not the ones on a timer, but that was an easy fix on my end.
I loved making this cute little basket. I ordered in April and was finally able to take some time to make it. I followed the directions for soaking and mellowing the rods, I do think the center part of the rods dried out quickly. I am going to find a long plastic bin to have them in while weaving so they stay pliable. I also didn’t do the double wraps-didn’t see that in any part of the video until I was already past that section so needed to do some fill, but it worked out. Will be doing more kits in the future!
Love this tool, makes it so easy to snip ends and other pieces!
I had so much fun working on this project! The videos were very helpful.
I have never done anything like this before and useless at knitting but the tutor made it easy to follow and you can rewind to see it again. I loved the process of making a pile of sticks (reeds) into a somewhat, rather wonky but solid, useable basket. Now i am familiar with the process i will definitely do another and try making it neater this time.
Great service, supporting video and basket. Would definitely recommend.
Really pleased with how this one turned out, the best one I have done so far. The only problem I had was that I could not do the cranking. I have tried several times but still cannot get the hang of it. Molly’s instructions excellent as usual 🙂
Absolutely loved making my basket. 😍 The tutorial is easy to understand and in perfect sections so it doesn’t feel like it’s too much in one sitting.
We had fun making the baskets! However they don’t really resemble the image or the end product as in the instruction video! 😝……. Making them did take longer than we thought too! On the whole though a nice shared experience and we do have a basket to show for it! 🥹
I made the asymmetric basket with a friend. We bought the two for one offer. The materials send were good quality and the video instructions were superb. It took us longer than we thought it would (a day and a half) and it was physically more demanding than you would think, but we loved making these. It’s a wonderful thing to do with a friend. I would highly recommend.
I had a lot of fun with this kit. I’m pretty crafty and can follow instructions. I remade my base but I’m not sure it made a lot of difference to the overall basket. The shape came out great. The hardest part I had was with soaking the willow. Even with max hours and resting overnight, some of my thicker reeds weren’t very bendy. I didn’t have a container big enough to soak my basket before the final steps so I did end up with some split reeds on my top border. The biggest hurdle was the difference in reed length with the US kit vs what was happening in the instructions. I watched all the videos before I started so I knew how to handle weaving in new reeds before the video got to that part. All said, I have a beautiful basket that I can brag I made myself and I’m going to try and make something small with the remaining willow.
Loved making this! Ordered more willow reeds to make a second one.
This was my very first try at weaving. As you can see I was having a hard time with the branches bending into a 90° angle instead of a smooth curve. I don't know if I soaked them too long or what. 🫤
Excellent course!!! Love my 1st basket!!
Superb course, easy to follow and plenty of spare willow. Great value, fast delivery and hilarious emails!
Loved making the basket I have another larger one to make . Instructions were really good and took you through the process step by step. Easy to rewind and rewatch if I didn’t understand. It’s a lovely project
I have put a house plant in it. The whole experience took us 2 long days - with highs and lows - but we did it!!!
It’s now hanging in the tree, and I made some stars out of the leftovers…
The course was easy to follow, sadly the climate and lack of humidity resulted in the willow drying out whilst being handled. I manage to overcome the issue by re soaking everything, including the half finished basket. Not my best attempt but very enjoyable. Looking forward to the next project. Thank you
Never done basket weaving before, girlfriend bought it for me as a birthday present. Online tutorials are very clear and easy to follow. My finished product isnt6 as tidy as the one in the videos but I still love it and loved making it. 10/10, would definitely recommend!!!
Thoroughly enjoyed making the Berry Basket with my daughter Sally Robinson who had the second kiit. Also with leftover willow I managed a second slightly smaller basket minus handle which will be a plant container. Carol Pickup
Excellent course and instruction, great basket, plenty of material supplied. Slow in delivery though.
This was my first basket. It is far from perfect but I love it! The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I didn’t let my thick rods mellow enough after soaking and they split and snapped. I reached out to the company and they graciously sent me more. Top notch customer service. I can’t wait to make more baskets!
This is my 2nd willow basket kit. And a much more successful build. I like working with this type of willow over the buff.
This was an excellent challenge. I did the large market basket. Still have the handles to put on. It is beautiful! I will be gifting it to my Daughter and son-in-law for their 9th wedding anniversary( the willow anniversary). Took all day but so worth it. This is my second basket from MyTwoHands. So so happy with this company and love the fantastic teaching videos. Thank you.
Love it!
We loved these kits!! I bought a few to make with my mom and sisters and we made a whole afternoon out of it. The video instructions were so well done and easy to follow. They made this project very approachable. This was my first go in wicker crafts, and I have a feeling it won’t be my last. Thank you!
I really enjoyed making the Star from this kit. The videos are really straight forward and easy to follow with lots of tips and tricks. I can’t wait to have time to try the other two items in this bundle. Highly recommend!
Super fun and I was pleased with the finished support!