Adirondack Style Pack Baskets
07.06.2025 - 10.06.2025
Join us for a hands-on, immersive 2-day basketry workshop, where you’ll learn the art of weaving functional and beautiful baskets using natural materials. This course is perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their skills.
By the end of the workshop, you will take home your own finished pack basket— made from a versatile and durable material that will last regular use for many years to come.
Cost: $325 CAD
Location: Salt Spring Island May 24, 25, 2025
Once your registration fee is paid, you’ll receive a welcome packet with detailed course information and peparations.
We will begin by forming the base of the basket, then each student will decide on various widths of material to customize their own design as they build up the walls of the basket.
We will have an option of two sizes too keep things simple for the workshop format.
Day One:
Weaving
What to expect...
Day Two:
Rim and Straps
Students will finish the rims of the basket and attach the woven cotton shoulder straps.
How to make use of natural materials to craft a both a beautiful and functional basket for foraging or any other uses you may see fit.
You'll learn...
How to weave a splint pack basket using an "over and under" style called a check board weave.
This course will require a committed amount of focused time to ensure completion of the basket within the two days. We will do our best to keep every one up to speed as they progress.
We of course are always willing to help and support as needed.
You will need to bring your own knife to work with.
Every student will take home their own basket.
All raw course materials and tools are provided for the course.
There is the option to bring your own leather as a substitute for the cotton material provided.
(Although in our experience it is a good idea to use the basket for awhile first. This will give you some time to make any final refinements before cutting your beautiful leather. )