ABOUT
Farm Field Forage was born when we moved to Bennington in 2020. Cleaning up around our new home we noticed a struggling hydrangea with an invasive vine’s tendrils slowly choking it to death. As we learned more about our corner of southwestern Vermont and neighboring New York and Massachusetts, we discovered that although incredibly beautiful, like many places in rural America it had become home to some pesky invasives. And unwanted vines were growing and thriving on the farm.
If we started removing it to help the plants and trees thrive, could we do something with it? Could we repurpose it somehow? Would it make a wreath?
As we yanked out more and more vine from trees and hedgerows we experimented - making different bases and shapes, creating gardens, growing everlasting plants and flowers. On foraging hikes and ski trips around the farm we discovered wild gifts - feathers, nuts, cones, berries, nests. We included the most beautiful and unusual in our designs.
Friends encouraged us to offer wreaths for sale. We started to vend at farmers markets and events. Next came some custom requests to build and install large pieces. We offered garlands, totems, poseys, and decorated a chuppah with forage and flowers at an outdoor wedding, and…who knows what’s next?
We like being surprised by nature adventures and working toward a sustainable future- all the while learning, growing, and trying our best to remain present. We’re deeply grateful. Thank you family and friends - new and old - for the everlasting encouragement and support.
Materials
- The materials we use are seasonally, terrain, and weather dependent so this makes exact product replication impossible. But if you see a picture of something you like we’ll do our best to come as close as we can.
- Each piece is handcrafted using natural materials and variances will occur over time.
- When we make wreaths, vines and branches that we’ve foraged are twisted and woven together from wild grapevine, Virginia Creeper, willow, forsythia and others.
- Diameter measurements are closely approximate but may not include depth or breadth of decorative materials. Please let us know if you want something to fit within a particular space.
Use
- Some materials are more suited for indoor use and some for outdoor. Describing how, when, and where you want to display your design (pics are appreciated) helps us suggest both beautiful and practical materials.
- For maximum longevity, we recommend shielding most designs from direct sunlight, moisture, and wind.
Price
- In addition to size and quantity, price includes time spent farming, foraging, designing and building, and use of rare and uncommon materials.
Shipping
- Some pieces can be shipped to you for an additional charge. Very large, bulky or extremely delicate ones may need to be picked up at the farm or delivered.
Delivery ~ Installation
- We offer delivery and/or installation - depending on travel times and schedules - within a 150 mile radius of Bennington, VT for an additional charge.
Commissions~Subscriptions~Events
- Do you have something specific in mind? Ask about custom designs, seasonal subscriptions, and event work. Collaboration helps make personalized creations come to life!
- Especially large pieces for home exteriors, barns and outbuildings; holiday decorations; event decor; and gifts for friends and family have all been featured in our commissioned work. After discussing your needs and budget, we’ll share design ideas, quotations, and timelines.
- Custom orders require downpayment.