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Camp Tuck-A-Basket '07 Workshops
Marlys Sowers: Mini Willow Basket
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Description: |
The small oval basket has a hardwood frame and will be woven with mini willow. This willow is very flexible and easy on the hands. |
Dimensions: |
3" x 6" oval |
Instructor: |
Marlys Sowers |
Class Day: |
Friday night |
Class Length: |
3 - 4 hours |
Weaving Level: |
All Levels |
Class Fee: |
$30 |
Special Tools: |
No special tools needed. |
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Marlys Sowers: Forest Harvesting Basket
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Description: |
Students will start with a frame made of willow and weave a rib-style basket using different kinds of willow. The basket is shaped
like an oriole's nest and will be emphasized. The leather strap will be added after the basket is completed. This is a very usefull basket - works great for gathering wild mushrooms
or harvesting garden produce. Instructor will talk about raising and harvesting willow. |
Dimensions: |
12" tall x 8" diameter - 6" opening around the top |
Instructor: |
Marlys Sowers |
Class Day: |
Saturday |
Class Length: |
8 hours |
Weaving Level: |
Intermediate |
Class Fee: |
$60 |
Special Tools: |
None needed. |
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Marlys Sowers: Black & White Bowl
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Description: |
Students will taper natural and dyed staves and insert them into a base and weave with natural and dyed Hamburg cane over a mold. The wood is ebonized maple. Marlys will talk about the process of dying the wood. |
Dimensions: |
7 1/2" diameter x 3 1/2" high |
Instructor: |
Marlys Sowers |
Class Day: |
Sunday |
Class Length: |
6 hours |
Weaving Level: |
All levels. |
Class Fee: |
$70 |
Special Tools: |
None needed. |
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