WILLOW BASKETRY
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION: 1 Day (offered on Sat & Sun)
Introduction to Willow Basketry: Small Round Basket
Stake and Strand Style
This is a one day beginner level class for adults who would like to learn about the fundamentals of stake and strand basketry.
Techniques we will be learning about:
Material Preparation and Selection (Basket design)
Slath making/ How to lash and open out a slath using twining
Three rod wale
Simple Trac Border/ Three Behind One (time permitting)
Simple Pegged Handle (timer permitting)
Alternate techniques can be explored (time and previous experience permitting)
Tools and Materials are provided by the Instructor.
INSTRUCTOR BIO

Johnny Suderman
Johnny Suderman is basketmaker, willow grower and handcrafter based in Paris, Ontario.
Johnny has been carrying the basket weaving tradition for a number of years now, and is excited to be sharing this skill with you all.
IG: @theVillageMaker
Cost: $160
Date: May 20 or 21
Group Size: 8 Participants per day
Contact: [email protected]