Registrations for Weaving Connections close February 1st
Last chance to register for Weaving Connections
Registration closes tomorrow at 11pm.
Don't worry we still have a few opportunities to join in on the fun!!
$75 - Beginner-friendly
Join Betty at Goodnote Community Farm to observe and discuss cultivated and wild willow harvesting practices as well as how to be a conscientious steward of this incredible renewal resource. We will review willow species, how to identify suitable stands, and a short demonstration of harm reduction focused harvesting procedures. Learn how to make a seven strand willow spiral, my favorite keepsake and giftable with wild harvested withies.
$365 - Beginner-friendly
Using all wild harvested native willows, you will create a basket with a twist. Starting with an oval stake and strand base, the sides will be woven with waling, French rand, and flat weave. Basics of basketry sculpture will include replacing the handle with ears and cattail, wire, and birch bark inclusions to create eyes and a beak. The result is a Great Horned Owl basket for use as a planter cover or whatever you want.
$75 - Beginner-friendly
Get creative in the garden with our Willow Obelisk Workshop! This beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start weaving with fresh willow—no experience needed. We'll keep it simple with easy-to-learn techniques and basic tools you likely already have at home. By the end of the class, you'll have a beautiful handwoven plant support, ready for tomatoes, peonies, or climbing flowers like clematis. Bring your gardening dreams and we'll size your obelisk to match—then watch your plants grow up in style! Please bring a pair of garden shears if you have them; if not, we'll provide some for you.
We look forward to weaving with you!
The Alberta Basketry Guild
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