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The last two-day class in the series is the crowning glory: Using a border board, you will learn different trac and woven borders, each becoming a sample piece you can […]

Once again we are pleased to welcome Jes Clark of Willow Vale Farm, Hudson Valley, New York, to teach a class with us. This time round the focus of the […]

Using different varieties of willow and several different weaves, this sculptural basket is very decorative. Suitable for weavers with some willow basket-making experience, this two-day course explores shaping and weaves such as rad and wale to design a very elegant, one-of-a-kind basket. This class is best suited to intermediate to advance weavers. Class begins at […]

Make your choice of a round or oval shopping basket in this two-day class. Using a preformed hoop, you will learn to make a catalan base and a few different weaves depending on your experience level. This basket is sturdy yet beautiful, perfect to carry your shopping home from the market. A wrapped willow or […]

An Introduction or Refresher to Stake and Strand Basketry This is a lovely little basket - so versatile! Our workshop is a great introduction the craft of willow basketry. Designed for people beginning their willow basketry journey or those looking to refresh and hone their skills,. Its always a fun and friendly one day class. […]

An Introduction or Refresher to Stake and Strand Basketry This is a lovely little basket - so versatile! Our workshop is a great introduction the craft of willow basketry. Designed for people beginning their willow basketry journey or those looking to refresh and hone their skills,. Its always a fun and friendly one day class. […]

This little basket puts a willow twist on the classic crossbody bag design. Using rib basketry techniques, leather straps and hinges, we'll make this gorgeous basket over two days. All levels of experience are welcome in this class. Skills learned in this class include material selection and handling as well as making and shaping hoops […]

This willow bird feeder is a beauty. Measuring approximately 72cm (28") tall x 61cm (24") wide, the feeder is an elegant but sturdy structure. Those new to weaving are welcome, although some previous weaving experience is helpful. Everything you need to make the feeder is included in class, including materials, tools, lots of learning and […]

The Irish Potato Skib is an inspired by a traditional Irish basket. In the 1800s, the skib was used to drain and serve boiled potatoes. When not in use, the skib was hung on a wall to dry. While this workshop is offered to weavers of all experience levels, different techniques will be selected based […]

This one-day class is perfect for those new to weaving with willow or those who want a weaving refresher. Join us to make a small round, stake-and-strand basket. In this […]