In this one day workshop for beginners, you will learn how to weave and create a round stake and strand basket. This workshop is for beginner weavers, with no or little experience weaving.

During this beginner class you will learn the basic techniques to make a traditional round stake and strand basket: the 4x4 base slath, twining, waling, and trac border.

We will also talk about how to prepare willow for weaving and how to select the appropriate sizes of willow for the different parts of the basket.

The finished basket will be approximately 7" in diameter and 4"  in height. Time permitting, we may be able to add small handles or bark details.

The workshop location is the Robson Community Room attached to Glen Morris United Church at 453 East River Road

Parking available across the street from the site. Room is air conditioned, kitchen and bathrooms next to our weaving area. Bring your own lunch!5 

Maximum of 8 students per workshop. Please pack a lunch and dress comfortably.
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ACCESSIBILITY DISCLAIMER Weaving willow can be quite hard on the hands and wrists, as we are essentially weaving with wood. If you have pre-existing problems with your hands/wrists/arms/back, this class could prove challenging to you. Most baskets require moderate hand strength to weave properly. It is frequent that people mention having sore hands afterwards, and that people end up with a blister here or there (or here AND there!). If you have concerns but you're still keen feel free to reach out via the contact page.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS A refund of 50% of the workshop fee and 100% of materials fee will be issued when canceled 2 weeks or more before the workshop date.  Less than two weeks before the workshop, tickets will be considered transferrable to another party, but non-refundable. If for any reason we need to cancel the class, 100% of workshop and materials fees will be refunded to you.