Two-day Basket Weaving with Willow

In this weekend workshop, students will work to weave beautiful handled baskets, perfect for gathering spring produce. Students will learn to construct a traditional basket with a circular base, rounded or sharp angled upsets, a choice of side weave and a choice of handle(s). Participants can expect to finish the class with a beautiful and sturdy woven willow basket.

 This course is available to all participants, no prior basket or weaving experience necessary. Willow can be a challenge to work with, and physically engaging, this class may be difficult for a person with hand issues. The class runs from 9am-5pm each day with an hour lunch break.

Workshop fee includes all materials($50 material fee)  and lunch from the farm both days.

Instructor bio:

Jes Clark (they/them) is the farmer and weaver at Willow Vale Farm in Stanfordville, NY. Jes weaves traditional and contemporary functional pieces and the basket forms created…