Basketry Classes

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*I do not offer private classes. My suggestion is to follow along with the school of your choice and keep informed on when registration opens. Classes can fill in a matter of hours, sometimes minutes.

John C. Campbell Folk School

Brasstown, North Carolina

SAVE THE DATE: September 5th-10, 2027 (Registration should be this winter)

Stake and Strand Willow Basketry

This introduction class to willow basketry will cover all the basics of round work. We’ll discuss growing, harvesting and preparing the willow as well. Those with more experience can take on more advanced projects, just email me to discuss.

Check the school website for listings and registration

Roots School

Corinth, Vermont

Classes in Stake and Strand and Rib/Frame style Willow Basketry for all levels.

October 10-11, 2026 - Rib Style (Beginners focus) - CLASS FULL

*Contact the school directly to get on the waitlist

Check with the school website for listings and registration!

Sanborn Mills Farm

Loudon, New Hampshire

September 23rd - 27th, 2026 - 5 Day Stake and Strand with Bark - CLASS FULL

Check with the school website for listings and registration!

Hawk Circle - Wilderness Education

Cherry Valley, NY

Check back for Date in 2027

This special location offers beautiful cabins and meals for a full retreat experience.

Check with the school website for listing and registration!

Hembrow School of Traditional Willow Basketry

Norwich, NY

Register NOW for the 2027 cohort!

I will be a guest instructor at the Hembrow School of Traditional Willow Basketry, run by Bonnie Gale. This is a 9-session, full scope program. I will be guest teaching a Rib/Frame class in the spring, and students will attend a field trip to see me at Willowbrook Farm to plant some willow, and learn all the facets of growing their own.

More information and Application to the School HERE

National Basketry Organization 2027 Conference

Shepherdstown, West Virginia

June 8 to 13, 2027 - Willow Frame Baskets with Braked Bark

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In this class we will be making rib/frame style baskets with braked bark. This is not a typical class that I offer due to the amount of time it takes to process this material so this is a limited opportunity.