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Basketry

Willow Basketry

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Course Overview

Willow has been a prized basket-making material for centuries, and after this class you'll know why. Using traditional European-style weaving techniques, students will create a sturdy, beautiful basket using nothing but willow shoots. Strong enough to haul a full load of potatoes, these baskets are made to be used while also displaying a variety of colors and weaving patterns. We will use varieties of wild willow and cultivated willow to create our baskets and discuss harvest practices and options for acquiring material for future projects.
Willow is a resilient, abundant plant that is prized for its flexibility, strength, and ability to be sustainably harvested. Please note that moderate hand strength is needed when working with willow.

Dates

Fri, Oct 26th, 2018  –  Sun, Oct 28th, 2018

Course Details

Length: 2½ days
Skill Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Hours: Day 1: 5-8 pm; Days 2 & 3: 9am-5pm
Intergenerational age: na
Tuition: $245.00
Materials fee: $45.00

Required

You will need the following tools for this class:

All required tools/materials are provided by your instructor and North House and will be available once the course begins.

Optional Tools

  • Feel free to bring your favorite tools and whatever materials you might feel appropriate for this course.
  • Hand held pruning shears
  • Fixed bladed knife
  • Awl
  • Large towel

*The instructor will bring some tools available for loan during the class

More Information

Once registered, students will receive a confirmation email with further class information. Please call us if you haven't received it within 24 hours.

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Meet the Instructor

North House Folk School photo of instructor, Emily Derke
Emily Derke
Northhome, MN

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Willow Basketry - 10/26/2018