News

Ontario Made
Ontario Made
Willow & Ash Designs is a proud Ontario-based company specializing in handcrafted scroll saw art and custom wood gifts. Founded by a passionate woodworker, Ashley Dawes combines artistry with craftsmanship... Read more...
Walrus Oil - Educator Program
Walrus Oil - Educator Program
As a passionate scroll saw artist and woodworker, I'm proud to be considered an educator for Walrus Oil products. My craft requires finishes that enhance the beauty of natural wood... Read more...
TruFlat Community Collaboration
TruFlat Community Collaboration
As a wood artist and creator, quality materials are at the heart of my work, which is why I’m proud to be considered an collaborator for TruFlat Plywood. Its smooth... Read more...
Lee Valley tools - Feature Friday
Lee Valley tools - Feature Friday
Feature Friday: Ash from Willow Ash Designs in Montreal, Quebec, shared her incredible scroll saw project with us:“My first intarsia piece. (Intarsia uses varied shapes, sizes, and species of wood... Read more...
Scroll Saw Magazine Feature - Summer 2024 Issue
Scroll Saw Magazine Feature - Summer 2024 Issue
After discovering the scroll saw on Instagram, Ashley Dawes quickly became amazed by the creative freddom that it gave her. "This tool not only challenges my skills but also gies... Read more...
RBC Business: Ideas and Lessons Learned from Real-Life Entrepreneurs
RBC Business: Ideas and Lessons Learned from Real-Life Entrepreneurs
“My biggest piece of advice to new business owners is to embrace patience and persistence. Building a business takes time, and success doesn’t happen overnight. There will be challenges along... Read more...
Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: A Conversation with Woodworker Ashley Dawes of Willow & Ash Designs
Dropped Among This Crowd Podcast: A Conversation with Woodworker Ashley Dawes of Willow & Ash Designs
This week on the show, host Sara J is joined by Canadian woodworker and artist Ashley Dawes, the creative force behind Willow & Ash Designs. Ashley shares how she unexpectedly... Read more...
Radio Canada Ohdio - Quand la nature inspire et sensibilise les artistes
Radio Canada Ohdio - Quand la nature inspire et sensibilise les artistes
"Six artistes ont pu récemment se rapprocher de la nature au parc national de la Pointe Pelée à Leamington dans le cadre d’un programme d'artistes en résidence de quelques jours.Une... Read more...