The 'Onion' is a private space which can be whatever you want it to be: a playhouse for the kids, a reading pod, a teenage hang-out, a sulking room, a day bed, a garden folly, a rustic hide-out to escape from modern life.

I make this in three sizes. The medium is my favourite. At about 1.25m diameter at the widest point and 1.6m tall externally, it feels just right!

They all have an integral wooden base. Apart from the base, they are constructed entirely from Somerset willow using traditional basketry techniques.

The sloping sides are comfortable to lean against. The circular shape gives a wonderful feeling of peace and safety. The curvature gives a surprising volume inside.

It can be used indoors or out. If kept indoors it will last indefinitely. If left outdoors, it will have a finite life. Annual applications of varnish or linseed oil will protect it from the weather and you could then expect to get 4-8 years use from it.

PLEASE NOTE: These are made to order. I can't make any more now until January 2021 but you can pay a deposit to secure an early slot in my order book for next year. See www.judithneedham.co.uk for more info.

Delivery cost depends on your location and can cost several hundred pounds in the UK and at least £2,000 to the US. Please contact me for a delivery quote. If you are within 50 miles of Farnham, Surrey I will deliver myself. Further afield - please ask.

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