WILLOW BASKET WEAVING: SHOPPING BASKET
WITH ELI & BEN GOODWIN
In this class, students will be guided through the process of weaving their own willow shopping basket, suitable for the farmers market, grocery store, or harvesting vegetables from your own garden! Techniques will include the construction of a round or oval base, a variety of weaves, including French randing, English randing, waling, twining, and a 4 rod behind a 2 rod border, or even a track border. Students will finish the class by adding a sturdy handle. Some techniques can be modified to suit the learner, beginners and advanced weavers are all welcome.
Age Requirement: This class is for adults 18+.
Location: Wade Hardware (400 SW 2nd St)
Class Details
Students bring: hand pruners, sharp fixed blade knife, bodkin, large towel, large plastic bag.
Accessibility note: willow basketry can be a challenge for hands. Many of the operations require repetitive movements, hand strength, and coordination.
Need a scholarship to attend a class? We offer full and half tuition awards (scholarships do not apply to class materials fee). Email info@tarweedfolkschool.com to register.
Tarweed Folk School values increasing access to practical arts and place-based skills. Our goal is to make our classes accessible to anyone with an interest in learning. Please consider that our classrooms take place inside and outdoors with varying amenities (think of parking, seating, walking surfaces, and bathroom options, for example). We are happy to provide any information or answer any questions about accessibility or accommodations for any of our classes and locations. Please email us if you have comments, concerns, or questions.