Basketry Classes

*2026 is now fully booked, check back for dates as registration becomes available.

*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.

 

Class of 2024

John C. Campbell Folk School

Brasstown, North Carolina

August 16th - 22nd, 2026 - CLASS FULL - Get on the waitlist!

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.

June 12-14th - 3 Day Advanced Stake and Strand - FULL

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

*Contact the school directly to get on the waitlist

Check with the school website for listings and registration!

Sanborn Mills Farm

Loudon, New Hampshire

May 16th-17th, 2026 - Rib Style - CLASS FULL

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

August 7-9th, 2026 - Rib Style + Bark Cone - Basketmakers Forest Retreat

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

Postponed until 2027

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

Pine Lake - Hartwick College

Oneonta, NY

July 25-26th - Stake and Strand All Levels - SOLD OUT - Contact me to get on the waitlist!

Register Here

*Special 1-Day Class at Uncommon Kin Cidery

New Berlin, NY

Saturday May 30th, 2026 - Stake and Strand Cider Bottle Basket

SOLD OUT - Contact me to get on the waitlist!

Register Here

 

Voucher Holders

 

Details:

Gift Vouchers are good for one willow basket class with Sandra Kehoe at Willowbrook Basket Farm (or select locations).

Material Fee included

Gift Vouchers have no expiration dates and must be presented at the time of the workshop.

*Gift Vouchers cannot be purchased at this time, they can only be earned through willow harvest work trade.

2026 Workshop Dates

Bark Harvest/Workshop at Willowbrook - June 27-28th

Stake and Strand at Pine Lake - July 25-26th

Fall Date coming soon!

Contact me to book your spot!