1 Day Basket Weaving | November 2, 2024

This is a 1 session in-person workshop.

DATES/TIMES

Saturday, November 2, 2024; 11am - 5pm

LEVEL

Open to beginners and those who have made baskets before who need a refresher or want to learn new techniques.

MATERIALS (included)

All materials included! 

DETAILS

Learn the basics of making baskets using the twining technique and round reed! This workshop is open to beginners and those with basics who may need a refresher or are looking to refine their skills. Students will learn how to make a base, curve up the sides and finish with a decorative rim! 

The first steps in this basket workshop start with a demonstration of how to establish the basket base from the beginning. Students will follow and be guided along step by step while creating their basket base.

The baskets are made from round reed employing over/under and twining technique. Ample hands on attention will be given to each student during the weaving process.

Please note, hand strength is required for basket making.

Through their experience, student will learn the following: 

-How to shape the basket 

-Methods to use for tension and hand placement with the weaving materials 

-Useful basketry tools 

-How to select weaving materials for future projects 

-Dyeing and finishing round reed baskets 

-All tools provided for use during the workshop. 

-All weaving materials are supplied and prepared for this project. 

-Students will receive a 4-page prepared handout to keep. It contains the materials punch list for this project, supplier list of where to order weaving materials and basketry tools from as well as basketry guild information. 

Ages: 18+
Skill Requirements: Hand strength required
Taught by: Peeta Tinay

The Finer Details...

All students are required to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status. This class involves close proximity, as well as occasional student/teacher contact to direct and guide techniques.

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