ABOUT
Farm Field Forage started by chance.
Anne was pulling out an invasive vine from a struggling hydrangea. Wrapping the vine around her arm to take to the compost pile, she thought, ”First, I’ll try making a wreath.”
As we began removing more vine from trees and hedgerows, we experimented with different designs and started growing everlasting plants and flowers. We incorporated beautiful foraged material gathered on our dryland hikes and AT ski trips around the farm.
Friends and family encouraged us to offer our uniquely wild designs for sale. We began vending at farmers markets and events, constructing large commissioned pieces, and then we were asked to do flowers and garlands for a rustic Vermont wedding and……
Finally……here we are today……loving what we do, looking forward to whatever comes next, and working hard to help make sure all of our very special clients feel the same!
Materials
- Materials used are seasonally, terrain, and weather dependent, so exact product replication isn’t possible. But, if you see something you like, we’ll do our best to come as close as possible.
- Each piece is handcrafted using natural materials and variances will occur over time.
- When we make wreaths, vines and branches are twisted and woven together from naturally occurring wild grapevine and forsythia, among others. Diameter measurements are closely approximate.
- Measurements usually don't include depth or breadth of decorative materials. Please let us know if you want something to fit within an existing 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 helps us to suggest practical materials.
- For maximum longevity, we recommend shielding most designs from direct sunlight, moisture, and wind.
Price
- In addition to size and quantity, other factors that influence price include the use of rare and uncommon materials, and the total time spent farming, foraging, designing, and building.
Shipping
- Some designs can be shipped to you for an additional charge. Very large, bulky or extremely delicate pieces may need to be picked up at the farm.
Delivery ~ Installation
- Depending on travel times and schedules, we may be able to provide delivery and installation within a 100 mile radius of Bennington, VT for an additional charge.
Commissions~Subscriptions~Events
- Do you have something specific in mind? Ask about our custom design service, seasonal subscriptions, and event work. Collaboration helps make personalized creations come to life!
- Especially large pieces for home exteriors, barns, and other outbuildings, holiday decorations, event decor, and gifts for friends and family are all features of our commissioned work. After discussing your needs and budget, we’ll share design ideas and a quotation.
- Commissioned orders require downpayment.