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CLASS "1" – Bike/Walker/Tote Basket Duration: 1 Day (Monday) Instructor: Char Ciammaichella - Aurora, OH

Ability Level: Intermediate

Materials Fee: $63.00

Dimensions: 12” x 10” x 9”

Class Description: Whatever your preferred mode of

transportation this basket will fit your needs! Begin by

inserting your spokes in a wooden base. You will weave

with 3 rod twining and a 2/1 twill. You decide the shape of your basket. The one pictured has a slight

flare but you can have it rounded in the front, brought in at the top or wherever your imagination leads

you! Leather straps are added to the back or a leather tote strap may be added so when you arrive at

your destination you can remove it from your bike and use it as a tote. Perfect for your trip to the

farmers market! This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Bucket for water, packing tool, scissors, tape measure, clothes pins, scarfing tool.

CLASS "2" – Tapas Pot

Duration: 1 Day (Monday)

Instructor: Anne Bowers – Kearneysville, WV



Dimensions: Base: 6” x 7”(not including handle)

Class Description: Any class with Anne will sooth your soul and this

bean pot shaped basket is no exception. You will start with a wood base

and dyed spokes. Typical techniques include twining, three rod wale

and continuous weaving. The fun begins when you choose from a wide

variety of chenille yarns, copper and various wires and waxed linen to

create a unique landscape. The rim is double lashed with waxed linen

and your pot is finished with a wire bale handle.

Tools needed: Small pan to soak materials, small awl, shears, packing

tool, needlenose pliers.

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CLASS "3" – Cedar Fish Rattle


Instructor: Sheila Wray and Elaine Twogood – Tacoma,

WA

Ability Level: Intermediate/Advanced


Dimensions: Approximately 5-7” L x 3” H x 2” W

Class Description: Two is better than one and with

Sheila and Elaine you will see that is true! These two

master teachers will lead you on this fishing adventure.

Your project is woven with red cedar spokes and yellow cedar twiners beginning over a wooden mold.

As you continue weaving choices may be made to use other materials and colors to provide your own

original design. BB’s and beads are added to make a contemporary version of a traditional Northwest

Native rattle.

Tools needed: Shears, spray bottle, small water container, small packing tool, apron, tapestry needle and

a bent tip or curved needle.

CLASS "4" – Wave Tote


Instructor: Debbie Hurd – Garfield, AR

Ability Level: Advanced


Dimensions: 8” W x 12”L x 9”H (not including handle)

Class Description: This may be the year of the tote and this

gem is no exception. You will weave on an oval ash base.

Techniques will include lots of triple twining and the wave

weave design in the middle. This pattern requires patience

and attention to detail. There will be color choices. You will top this beauty with two square top button

swing handles. This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Clothespins, cutters, water bucket, cable ties, pencil, tape measure, packing tool, needle

nose or blunt nose pliers, sponge or spray bottle.

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CLASS "5" – Sabrina


Instructor: Flo Hoppe – Rome, NY



Dimensions: 7”W x 10”L x8”H (including handle)

Class Description: Flo is back for the 29th

year and still

has brand new projects for you! Sabrina is a smaller

version of one of Flo’s favorite baskets. It begins with a

standard oval base with the sides being woven with 3 rod

wale, 4 rod coils and a packing weave. No matter the

shape, the outside handles make the basket into a graceful

oval. Your project is finished with a 4-row rolled border and rope wrapped handles.

Tools needed: Diagonal cutting pliers or strong scissors, needlenose pliers, medium awl, knife, plastic

dishpan, bandaids or finger tape, towel.

CLASS "6" – Triangle Challenge


Instructor: Cass Schorsch – Clarkdale, AZ

Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced


Dimensions: 6” Base x 5-7” H

Class Description: You may ask “why does Cass call it a

challenge?” They say that rewards come with challenges

and shaping it the number one challenge in this class

followed closely by the spacing of the spokes. Cass will let

you decide if you would like two levels or three. This basket

is woven on an equilateral triangle wooden base. In order to save time, Cass will have the spokes inserted

and glued. Weaving is done with round reed, cane spokes and cedar weavers. As Cass wove this there

were times that she was worried that she was stuck in the Bermuda Triangle and would never get out!!

Tools needed: Small towel, spray bottle, scissor and shear cutter, pocket knife.

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CLASS "7" – Russian Birch Bark Canister with Curls, Roots and

Lid Duration: 1 Day (Monday)

Instructor: Vladimir Yarish – Velikiy, Novgorod, Russia



Dimensions: 3.75”H x 3”D

Class Description: We are excited to have Vladimir back this year!

This canister is double woven in the traditional diagonal Russian

weave. The decorative rim is stitched in place with prepared

spruce root. Vladimir will individually fit the hand carved wooden

top. Prior experience with diagonal weaving is highly

recommended. This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: 8 Radio Shack 1 1/8” smooth clips (270-0373) and

three 2” pony clamps (not clothespins) and a bucket for soaking.

Russian kostik (awl) and special awl for stitching with roots will be lent for student use in class.

CLASS "8" – Deanna’s Tote

Duration: 1 Day (Tuesday)

Instructor: Char Ciammaichella – Aurora, OH

Ability Level: All levels


Dimensions: 9” x 13” x 9.5”

Class Description: This is a great sized tote – not too big, not

too small! The students will begin by inserting natural spokes

into a wooden base. Techniques include 3 rod twining using

several colors and start/stop weaving. Shaping will be a

challenge as the sides are to be woven straight up. Leather tote

handles are added when lashing the rim. You can choose from

teal or aquamarine.


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CLASS "9" – Appalachian Potato Basket





Dimensions: 13” W x 15” L x 7” deep

Class Description: This Appalachian style ribbed basket is

really fun to make. Using an oak oval hoop, students will

learn how to notch initial ribs, weave a 5 point lashing; sight,

whittle and insert primary and secondary ribs and weave to

a successful conclusion. Ribs will be dyed to add a bit of color, as well as some dyed weavers and seagrass

if you wish. Students should bring a sharpened knife to class for whittling. While some students may not

complete their entire basket in the time allotted, they will have all of the knowledge necessary to finish at

home. This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Sharpened knife, bucket, awl, shears, side cutters

CLASS "10" –Oval Star Quilt Bowl


Instructors: Sheila Wray and Elaine Twogood – Tacoma,

WA



Dimensions: 13”l x 9”w x 2.4”d

Class Description: Students will start this basket with a

rectangular, twill quilt star pattern base forming a shallow

cat’s head. As you continue weaving up the sides, you will

use a quadrafoil pattern to form the oval bowl. Careful

attention to shaping will be a focus of this basket.

Tools needed: dish pan or small water bucket, hand towel, pencil, measuring tape, scissors for cutting

reed, spring type clothespins or clamps, packing tool, spray bottle, knife or shaving tool. Zip ties are

optional.

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CLASS "11" – Cane Your Day Away


Instructor: Jean Reed– Hill, NH

Ability Level: All Levels


Dimensions: 13” x 14” x 8.5” high

Class Description: In no time at all you will learn the seven basic steps of

caning on a finely crafted footstool of hardwood. These footstools are

made with you in mind, as the legs can be removed for easy travel. You

will be able to apply your new skills to all of those chairs you’re storing in

the attic, or perhaps you will even start your own chair caning business!

This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Hand towel, water container, and spray bottle. If you have a caning awl, please bring it! If

not, one will be provided for you to use.

CLASS "12" – Alderson


Instructor: Debbie Hurd– Garfield, AR



Dimensions: 7”H x 10”W

Class Description: Students will start this basket off with a round,

hardwood base. Some of the techniques you will learn and perfect

are 4-rode wale, continuous 2/2 twill with a step, and double-cross

lashing. Space-dyed reed is used for twill and lashing. You will have a

choice of colors at the start of class.

Tools needed: Small alligator clips, clothespins, cutters, water

bucket, cable ties, pencil, tape measure, packing tool, needle nose or

blunt nose pliers, sponge or spray bottle.

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CLASS "13" – Butterflies are Free


Instructor: Flo Hoppe– Rome, NY



Dimensions: 5”h x 11” square

Class Description: This basket starts with the unusual

square butterfly base. The base is then bi-spoked and

woven up the sides with 2-rod wale and 3-rod arrows.

The central over one/under one design with flat oval

reed is artfully enhanced with cane in a diamond

weave pattern. The border is a 3-rod behind-one border with two follow-on tracs ending on the outside.



CLASS "14" – Weaving with Silver - 101 Duration: 1 Day (Tuesday)

Instructor: Cass Schorch– Clarkdale, AZ


Materials Fee: Varies depending on project, likely $15-$35 each

Dimensions: Varies depending on project

Class Description: Rather than spending class learning just one

Chainmaille weave and cutting your own rings, students will have

many choices! While class is strictly earrings, you will have the choice

of four weaves- Mobius Rose, Celtic Diamond, Helm Flower, and

Double Helm Dangle. While you will be using silver filled rings (that

is NOT plated and does NOT wear or tarnish!), students will have the

use of copper rings for accents. Depending on your level of

experience, students may make one or two pairs, or all four!

Rounding out the experience, you will also learn to make your own

ear wires.

Tools needed: Two pairs of long handle chain nose pliers. Beadalon has nice ergonomic pliers for

$10.00-$15.00. Bring a task light and magnification as well as a notebook and pen.

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CLASS "15" – Oval Birch Bark Basket with

Spruce Root


Instructor: Vladimir Yarish – Velikiy, Novgorod,

Russia


Materials Fee: $158

Dimensions: 3”W x 3.75”L x 2”H

Class Description: This is a beautiful basket, the

foundation of which is a simple oval basket made

with the traditional diagonal plaiting, double-

woven technique. Challenge yourself with the rim,

which is stitched with spruce root that is peeled and sized by hand. Careful stitching will result in an

elegant basket. This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Radio Shack 1 1/8” smooth clips (270-0373) and four 2-inch pony clamps (not clothespins)

and a bucket for soaking. Russian kostik (awl) and special awl for stitching with roots will be lent for

student use in class.

CLASS "16" – Bargello in the Round Duration: 1 Day (Wednesday)




Dimensions: 10” tall x 6.5”

Class Description: To start this basket, you will be

inserting spokes into a round base. Techniques that

will follow include 3 rod arrow (both regular and

reverse 3 rod) with a step up to be woven several

times, regular 3 rod twining, and start/stop weaving.

The challenge to this basket will be keeping it nicely

rounded as you weave. Many color choices will be available to personalize your basket.


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CLASS "17" – Words and Designs for Twined Baskets

Duration: 1 Day (Wednesday)

Instructor: Mary Hettmansperger– Peru, IN



Dimensions: Varies

Class Description: Students will learn to design and weave

twined baskets. Using a grid and painting their own waxed

linen, students will create their own original patterns for

twining.

Tools needed: Scissors

CLASS "18" – Fluted Constellation


Instructor: Karen Tembreull– L’Anse, MI



Dimensions: 6” x 6” x 2.5”

Class Description: Beginning with a unique threaded

base of Willow and Cedar Barks, weave this sweet and

functional basket with an interesting twist. The fluted

sides and rim are a result of weave change on the

basket. The braided cedar win enhances the overall

flow. This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Basic weaving tools including a flat packer, clippers, scissors, spoke weights, and micro

clips.

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CLASS "19" – Cedar-Covered Abalone

Shell


Instructor: Sheila Wray and Elaine

Twogood - Tacoma, WA



Dimensions: Varies

Class Description: Students will begin with a beautiful abalone shell, at least six inches in length. You

will then weave a twill base and fit it to the base of the shell. Design using color, open and undulating

waves to enclose the base of the shell. Shell sizes will vary slightly. Students will have a variety of

materials and colors to choose from to create a one of a kind design.

Tools needed: Dish pan or small water bucket, hand towel, pencil, measuring tape, scissors for cutting

reed, small craft clips or copper clips, small packing tool, spray bottle, knife and a tapestry needle.

CLASS "20" – Triple Play


Instructor: Debbie Hurd - Garfield, AR



Dimensions: 7”W x 13”L x 11”H w/o handles

Class Description: Weave up a nice tall tote that will be

both attractive and useful! It begins with an oval wood base

and ends with 2 swing handles. Other techniques used are

triple twining, 2-ply triple twining, color overlays, and

French Randing. Rim is double lashed for a secure and

attractive look. Color choices will be available at class time.

Tools needed: Clothespins, cutters, water bucket, cable ties,

pencil, tape measure, packing tool, needle nose or blunt nose pliers, sponge or spray bottle.

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CLASS "21" – Weaving with Silver - 102


Instructor: Cass Schorsch – Clarkdale, AZ



Dimensions: Varies depending on project

Class Description: This class is one step up from Weaving

with Sliver – 101. In this class, you will move onto making

bracelets. The different weave you can choose from are:

Viper Weave, Helm/Byzantine Combo Weave, and Double

Round. Depending on experience, it is expected students can complete two bracelets during class. While

you will be using silver filled rings (that is NOT plated and does NOT wear or tarnish!), students will

have the use of copper rings for accents. Clasps will be provided in your kits.

Tools needed: Two pairs of long handle chain nose pliers. Beadalon has nice ergonomic pliers for

$10.00-$15.00. Bring a task light and magnification as well as a notebook and pen.

CLASS "22" – Square to Round Dish with Roots Duration: 1 Day (Wednesday)



Materials Fee: $64

Dimensions: 3.75” x 2”H

Class Description: Students will learn a traditional Russian

double woven construction, with roots forming the rim.

Tools needed: Radio Shack 1 1/8 smooth clips (8 total), 2 inch pony clamps (3 total) and a bucket for

soaking. Russian kostik (awl) and special awl for stitching with roots will be lent for student use in class.

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CLASS "23" – Square Ribbed Baskets

Duration: 2 Days (Wednesday - Thursday)



Materials Fee: $40, $45, $55, $75

Dimensions: 4”x4”, 6”x6”, 8”x8”, 10”x10”

Class Description: These square ribbed baskets are fun

to make and help students who struggle with certain

aspects of ribbed basketry to better understand and

experience their construction. All begin with a different

type of handle embellishment woven in cane. Then students will learn Anne’s patented way of making a

god’s eye. Next, preformed ribs are inserted in the basket, and weaving beings with cane (the 10” basket

also has a set of secondary ribs). The rest of the weaving is completed with dyed reed. Emphasis on

weaving so that the basket will sit well. If students are relatively new to ribbed construction, Anne would

recommend the 6” or 8” style. This workshop may require extra class time.

Please let Merry know which size you would like to make.

Tools needed: Sharpened knife, pan to soak materials, shears, awl, side cutters.

CLASS "24" – Oval Shopper on a Catalan Base Duration: 2 Days (Wednesday-Thursday)

Instructor: Lene Rasmussen – Wainfleet, Ontario




Class Description: Students will learn to make a Catalan base and stake

up on a willow hoop (supplied). A 3-rod base wale starting under the

basket is woven. The side weave is French rand and /or double French

rand. The student with advanced skills working with willow may have a

choice of other side weave techniques as for example, fitching. The top

wale is a 4-rod wale and finish with a level border and bow handle.

No written instructions will be handed out so bring pen, paper and a

camera. Sheets of photos

showing specific steps during the weaving process will be handed out.

All willow is grown at Lene’s farm, Lakeshore Willows, without any use of chemicals.

Tools needed: A pair of good, clean, and sharp bypass pruners, large awl, weight, rapping iron,

measuring tape or ruler, and other willow basketry tools you may have.

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CLASS "25" – Nantucket Guardian Angel

Duration: 1 Day (Thursday)

Instructor: Jan Beyma– Wilmington, NC



Dimensions: 13” x 5” Diameter

Class Description: Students will learn to taper and set up a

Nantucket basket. Basket is woven over a plastic mold. The

mold is for class use only. Students will insert the cane

staves into the base and begin weaving a twill with cane

weavers. The base and slip on rim will be pre-finished

maple. Students will add the head and embellish the angel with wings and a halo. This workshop may

require extra class time.

Tools needed: Tools provided for class use.

CLASS "26" –Char’s Oval Market





Dimensions: 8.5” x 13” x 7” plus handle

Class Description: This basket begins by inserting

all natural spokes into a wood base. Weaving

techniques students will learn include a 2/1 twill,

start/stop weaving, and a spiraling 3 rod twining

to get a nice colorful spiral accent. Colors

available are aquamarine, red, black, or purple.


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CLASS "27" – Elm Bark and Braided Sweetgrass


Instructor: Dianne Stanton – Pembroke, MA



Dimensions: 6” Diameter x 3.5” Deep

Class Description: Last spring, I helped to help clean out

closets and drawers after a dear friend’s passing. I was

pleasantly surprised when I found an old Native American

ash basket, hidden away in a drawer. It was gifted to me

and became the inspiration for this creative basket.

Students will learn a new round base with 14 spokes and weave with both blades of sweetgrass and black

ash. You will create and weave your own design for the side of this basket using your own braided

sweetgrass, black ash, elm bark and cedar bark.

The top of your basket is completed with an elm bark and sweetgrass border lashed with black ash.

The sources of and preparation of these natural materials will be discussed.

Tools needed: Regular basketry tools.

CLASS "28" – Woven Jewelry





Dimensions: Varies

Class Description: Using low-tech metal

applications, students will make several

pendants, broaches and earrings. Students

will learn to create a woven center using copper foil, natural materials, and paper. Making the copper

frame, students will learn many patinas, cold connections and alternative ways to easily make creative

woven jewelry.

Tools needed: No tools required.

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CLASS "29" – Off The Grid


Instructor: Karen Tembreull– L’Anse, MI

Ability Level: Intermediate – Bias weave knowledge is

helpful

Materials Fee: $80.00 for two baskets


Class description: The base of this bias weave consists of

wider birch strips and narrower willow strips. The top edge is saw tooth and tucked securely. Students

will have the choice of: a spruce root rim which doubles as a rim/wall hanger handle, a buttonhole stitch

hanger, or a steel wire rim handle, or any combination of the three. Material will be provided for a 2nd

basket will wider willow and narrower birch. We will have many options for creativity with the steel wire

which can manipulate the basket’s shape.

Tools Needed: Flat packer, needle nose pliers or hemostats, scissors and micro clips.

CLASS "30" – Zeus


Instructor: Debbie Hurd - Garfield, AR



Dimensions: 14” L x 11” W x 8.5” H

Class Description: Many techniques make this an outstanding

basket. Twill weaving with

space dyed reed, 4-rod wale and forming handles from the rim gives

the students a challenge. A slightly different lashing idea makes

finishing a little easier. Color choices available at class time.

Students will need to have some hand strength. This workshop may


Tools needed: Small alligator clips, clothespins, cutters, water

bucket, cable ties, pencil, tape measure, packing tool, needle nose or blunt nose pliers, sponge or spray

bottle.

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CLASS "31" – Surf’s Up – A Wave Weave Sampler


Instructor: Flo Hoppe– Rome, NY



Dimensions: 6.5” H x 6” Diameter

Class Description: Surf’s Up incorporates 4 different versions

of wave weave. The first one is Gentle

Waves, a simple up and down version. The second is Cross

Current which uses two

weavers in an X pattern. The third one is Low Tide, a version

that skips 3 spokes inside

to make a diagonal pattern. The 4th one is Man the Lifeboats, a

complicated version of

Gentle Waves because two different colors are used weaving behind 3 spokes with

each color, one going up and the other coming down. You may want to jump in the hot tub at the Round

Hearth after this adventure with Flo!!



CLASS "32" – Large Nantucket Fruit Bowl

Duration: 1 Day (Friday)

Instructor: Jan Beyma– Wilmington, NC



Dimensions: 6” x 9” Diameter

Class Description: Students will learn to taper staves and set up

a Nantucket. They will also learn to incorporate a twill pattern

in the basket with cane weavers. Basket is woven over a large

acrylic bowl mold. Mold is for class use only. Cherry base and

cheater rim will be pre-finished. This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Tools will be provided.

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CLASS "33" – Sweetgrass Memory Basket





Dimensions: 5.5” Long x 2” High

Class Description: A new and interesting way to start a

coiled basket: a multi-directional base. Using waxed

linen, you will create a base with fragrant sweetgrass as

the foundation. Students will learn how to add

foundation and stitching materials, as well as, shaping

and adjusting stitches for the size of your basket. The

finished basket can be decorated with a row of beads (optional) or a special bead from a piece of jewelry.

Tools needed: Regular Basketry tools.

CLASS "34" – Ribbed Wall Basket





Dimensions: 12 inch-ish

Class Description: Using rib construction as the technique, and

materials of cane, reed and a stick students will create a wall basket

that is designed to lay flat on a wall with the stick as the focal point.

Tools Needed: Regular basketry tools as well as a drill with a 1/8” bit

and a hot glue gun.

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CLASS "35" – Berkshire Pack Basket


Instructor: JoAnn Kelly Catsos – Ashley Fall, MA



Dimensions: 4” h x 2”w x 2.75” l

Class Description: This little pack basket is named

after the Berkshire Mountains near JoAnn’s home in

Massachusetts, but it is inspired by the packs used

by trappers in the Adirondacks. It is chase woven of

precisely prepared black ash splint over a puzzle

mold that must be taken apart to be removed. Although small in size (a business card will fit) it has all of

the featured of the full sixed pack – lashed rims, ash handle, leather harness and buckle as well ash skeds

on the base. The ash rims are single lashed.

Tools needed: A tool box will be provided.

CLASS "36" – By the Sea Duration: 1 Day (Friday)

Instructor: Debbie Hurd – Garfield, AR



Dimensions: 14” l x 8” w x 13” h

Class Description: Weave this nice large tote to use

next summer! Leather handles, space dyed reed and a

complimentary small towel makes it an outstanding

project! Techniques include a woven base with fillers,

paired weavers, overlays, double lashing and adding base supports. Wooden feet are provided to add

after the basket is dry. This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: A small bent tip packer, spoke weight, clothespins, cutters, water bucket, cable ties, pencil,

tape measure, packing tool, needle nose or blunt nose pliers, sponge or spray bottle.

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CLASS "37" – Topsy Turvy


Instructor: Flo Hoppe – Rome, NY



Dimensions: 4.5” h x 6.5” diameter

Class Description: This class is aptly named!! Topsy

Turvy is a double walled basket which begins with a

double cross base. The inside basket is woven with 3 rod

wale, then a behind-two-and-out border puts side spokes

on the outside where another complete basket is woven.

The central design in the outer wall is herringbone

weave which is French randing in two directions. The

uneven rows are woven to the right and the even rows to the left. Three rod wale shapes the basket

inward and a simple trac border finishes it off at the bottom.



CLASS "38" – Small Shoulder Bag





Dimensions: 5.5”h x 2.5”w x 4”h

Class Description: The small purse is the reduced copy

of a traditional Russian shoulder bag. Bias weaving

double woven construction is a good challenge for

students to try to realize traditional Russian shape and

weaving. This will be great when you just need to carry a credit card and keys! This workshop may


Tools needed: 12 Radio Shack 1 1/8 smooth clips (270-0373). Russian kostik (awl) and special awl for

stitching with roots will be lent for student use in class.

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CLASS "39" – Ripple Effect

Duration: 2 Days (Friday - Saturday)

Instructor: Karen Tembreull – L’Anse, MI

Ability Level: Advances


Dimensions: 4” w x 4” l x 7” h

Class Description: This unique piece is a combination of between

weave twining, with a knotted element added to create the beautiful

spiral effect. A mold is used to control the shape. Finely split Elm

bark spokes will be twined with cedar bark, and waxed cotton or

linen. Birch bark weavers are used with the cord in the between

weave/knotted twining section. A wider outside split of Elm bark is

added as an accent, finishing off with a wonderful braided border. If

you enjoy a challenge with mixed media barks pallet, this class is for

you! This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Flat packer, scissors, spray bottle, pocket knife and micro clips.

CLASS "40" – Polish “Stanislav” Basket

Duration: 2 Days (Friday - Saturday) Instructor: Lene Rasmussen – Wainfleet, Ontario,

Canada



Dimensions: 9-11” Diameter x 10-12” H

Class Description: This basket was taught in

Denmark by Stanislav from Poland giving this willow

basket technique its name! The students will learn to

make a round woven base, inserting stakes and weave the three rod wale. The side weave is a French

rand followed by an asymmetrical top part woven with the stakes. A handle is inserted and tied on at the

top. Heavy willow rods will be provided for the handle but students are welcome to bring driftwood or

other materials suitable for a handle.

No written instructions will be handed out so bring pen, paper and a camera. Sheets of photos


The willow used is grown at Lene’s home, Lakeshore Willows, without the use of chemicals.

Tools needed: Pair of good, clean and sharp bypass pruners, large awl, weights, rapping iron, measuring

tape or ruler. Bring a pencil, paper and camera as no written instructions will be provided.

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CLASS "41" – Cape Fear Ice Bucket

Duration: 1 Day (Saturday)

Instructor: Jan Beyma – Wilmington, NC


Materials Fee: $90

Dimensions: 9.5” H x 8” Diameter

Class Description: Students will learn to taper staves and set

up a Nantucket. They will also learn how to weave a twill as

well as the techniques of weaving a finishing a Nantucket

Basket. The Basket will be woven over a galvanized tin

container which will stay in the basket. The pre-finished base

and rim are cherry. The lid is a non-traditional galvanized lid.

Plastic liner and ice scoop are included.

This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: Toolbox will be provided.

CLASS "42" – Weaving a Rainstick with Barks




Materials Fee: $52

Dimensions: 2.25” Diameter x 26” Long

Class Description: Our rainstick will be pre-made

from modern materials and will be woven using

many types of gathered barks, vines and splints on

rattan spokes. Each student is encouraged to design

their own. Students are welcome to bring small

beads, shells, rocks or ribbons for decorating your completed rainstick. Gathering of natural materials

and their preparation will be discussed. A class musical performance would be appreciated.


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CLASS "43" – Ribbed Sculptural Intersections


Instructor: Mary Hettmansperger – West Peru, IN



Dimensions: 14 inch-ish

Class Description: Using rib construction as the technique,

and materials of cane, reed and a stick, students will create a

sculptural basket with intersections and interesting twists and

turns! Take advantage of this class to explore Mary’s

creativity!

Tools needed: Regular basketry tools as well as a drill with a

1/8” bit and a hot glue gun.

CLASS "44" – Wide Trinket with Lid


Instructor: Jennifer Lee – Plainfield, MA

Ability Level: Beginner


Dimensions: 6” L x 4” W x 3” H

Class Description: This trinket Mokok is a container

that is indigenous to the Northeast Woodlands. It has a

rectangular bottom and an oval top. Students will sew

white pine bark with spruce roots that you will peel and

prepare. Your inner and outer rims will be made from

red willow that you will bend and split. You will construct a lid from bark, roots and a branch. Different

stitching patterns are possible on the pine bark.

Tools needed: Awl, scissors, apron, knife and needle nose pliers.

Merry

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CLASS "45" – Wall Pouch in Russian Birch Bark





Dimensions: 5”W x 8.5” H x 1.24” Deep

Class Description: This wall pouch is diagonally plaited and double

woven using traditional Russian techniques. Decorative pinwheel-

shaped curls add interest to its finished look. Russian kostik (awl)

will be lent for student use in class. This workshop may require

extra class time.

Tools needed: Radio Shack 1 1/8” smooth clips (270-0373).

CLASS "46" – Shaker Kittenhead Trio

Duration: 2 Days (Saturday and Sunday)

Instructor: JoAnn Kelly Catsos – Ashley Falls, MA



Dimensions: 1 1/8” Diameter, 2.75” Diameter, 4.5” Diameter

Class Description: Shaped like the larger Shaker cathead

baskets, these smaller versions woven of

finely prepared black ash splint, are called kittenheads and

feature the same pointed feet or cat ears. The three baskets in

this set graduate in size from approximately one inch to four

inches in diameter and nest inside each another. Featuring

high arched maple handles, when tied together they make the

perfect

display. Due to the small size, prior black ash experience is

suggested. This workshop may require extra class time.

Tools needed: A tool box will be provided.

Merry

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CLASS "47" – Swirls of Fun

Duration: 1 Day (Sunday)

Instructor: Jan Beyma – Wilmington, NC



Dimensions: 5” H x 6.5” Diameter

Class Description: Students will learn to taper and set up a

Nantucket. Students will learn to weave a twill into their basket.

Basket will be woven with cane staves and weaver. A slip on rim

will finish off the baskets. The base, rim and lid will be Cherry

and pre-finished. Basket will be woven over a class plastic mold.

Tools needed: Tools will be provided.

CLASS "48" – Choctaw Heart Basket Duration: 1 Day (Sunday)




Dimensions: 8” x 8” x 2” Deep

Class Description: This “Heart” basket was inspired by

a rivercane basket made by the Choctaw Indians. Our

version is woven from dyed Hamburg cane in the

traditional colors, red, black and natural. Students will

set up their spokes using a “loom”, weave a twill mat and

learn to turn the corners to produce this unique shape. The top of your heart is woven in plain weave and

finished with a traditional rim and small handle for hanging on the wall.


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CLASS "49" – Creative Paper Baskets


Instructor: Mary Hettmansperger – Peru, IN



Dimensions: Varies

Class Description: Using a variety of techniques, students

will create several paper bases to use for twined tops or

individual baskets. Structural techniques, collage,

alternative surfaces will be covered for the paper base and

paper baskets. Painting waxed linen, sculptural and

alternative twining will be covered for the twined top.

Tools needed: Scissors

CLASS "50" – Moose Ornament


Instructor: Karen Tembreull – L’Anse, MI


Materials Fee: $40.00 for two ornaments

Dimensions: 5” x 5”

Class Description: Weave my unique adaption of a

classic ornament in the form of a Moose. Finely split

and cut birch bark along with waxed linen, and red

osier dogwood antlers are your materials. The legs

are reinforced and wrapped in perfectly animated

shape. Fine tip markers will aid in adding the

perfect eye detail. My instruction include an illustrated image for each step.

Tools needed: Flat packer, clippers, scissors and micro clips.

Merry

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CLASS "51" – “Tatza” – A Polish Bread Basket


Instructor: Lene Rasmussen – Wainfleet, Ontario, Canada


Materials Fee: $65.00 for two baskets

Dimensions: 9-11” Diameter

Class Description: The students will learn to lay out and

weave this beautiful bread basket.

During the one-day workshop each student will typically be

able to make 2 baskets. One basket will be made with

willow with bark and the other made with peeled buff and

white willow.

No written instructions will be handed out so bring pen, paper and a camera. Sheets of photos


The willow used is grown at Lene’s farm Lakeshore Willows without use of any chemicals.

Tools needed: Pair of good, clean and sharp bypass pruners, measuring tape or ruler, a pair of pliers

CLASS "52" – Square to Round


Instructor: Vladimir Yarish – Velikiy, Novgorod,

Russia



Dimensions: 5” Diameter 2 2.24” H

Class Description: A brand-new class offering, this

basket is woven in the traditional way: bias plaiting

and double woven. The three dimensional saw-tooth

rim and curls add interest to this lovely basket.

Tools needed: Radio Shack 1 1/8” smooth clips (270-0373).

Merry

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CLASS "53" – Scalloped Collar White Pine Mokok


Instructor: Jennifer Lee – Plainfield, MA



Dimensions: 11” L x 7” W x 8” H

Class Description: This large Mokok is a Northeast

woodland Native American style container of stitched

bark, round top and square bottom originally used to

store food and accoutrements. Sew white pine bark

with spruce roots that you will peel and prepare and

make an inner/outer rim from red willow that you will bend and split. White pine bark feels like leather

when wet, dries like wood and smells wonderful! You may try different stitching petterns and the collar

is bark turned inside out. Each piece will be unique. All materials are wild harvested in the Northern

Berkshire mountains of Massachusetts by Jennifer and her family,

Tools needed: Scissors, knife, apron and needlenose pliers.

A note about tools!

Tools needed for each class are noted at the end of each class description. Please make your best effort to

make sure that you have what is needed. Tools are available for sharing but it can often slow down class

progress.

For those flying to Vermont, Stowe Basketry Festival water buckets will be available.

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