| Date: | Thursday, October 13, 2022 |
| Time: | 9:00 - 4:00 |
| Category: | Basketry |
| Instructor: | Wendy Jensen |
Starting with a double spoked base with tapered secondary stakes, students will weave and shape the sides of this handsome, utilitarian round basket. The basket is finished with a sturdy rim and leather side handles. Shaping, rimming, scarfing and lashing will all be taught. Approximate dimensions: 13”D x 8”H.
This class is held in a heated tent. Your hands may be in and out of water throughout the workshop.
Skill Level Required: This basket is appropriate for all levels, beginner to advanced. Some hand strength is helpful for shaping and rimming.
Homework: N/A
Please email instructor with questions about workshop content: wendygj@gmail.com
Note: Images are a representation of the workshop project.
Instructor requires masks during class.
There is a material fee of $45 which is included in the registration fee.
Each student will receive all materials to complete this basket including: Base stakes (cut to length and ready to weave), weavers, rim material and 2 leather side handles. Students will also receive a written pattern with text and diagrams. Students will have use of the instructors tools while in the workshop, basketry shears, planes, rulers, awls, spray bottles,soaking tubs, waxed linen, pliers, shave pony and drawknife.
Students must bring: Notebook with pencil if they wish to take notes.
We also suggest bringing a battery operated light should you need additional lighting.