Intro to Willow Basketmaking: April 12th in Paonia, CO
$120.00 – $195.00Price range: $120.00 through $195.00
This class is full, but you can click here to be put on the waitlist. About 50% of our classes have somebody drop out, so chances are good if you're high on the waitlist.
Date: April 12, 2026, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Instructor: Jeff Wagner
Location: Paonia, CO (Old River Road Trading Post – See Map)
Level: Beginner (No experience needed)
Join us for your first exploration of willow basket weaving! This class covers the foundations of European-style willow weaving. You’ll learn to weave a small, round basket using the simplest weaving techniques. You’ll learn to create a sturdy base, add sides to the basket, and finish your basket with a strong border. At the end of the class, you’ll have all the skills to weave your own baskets and begin to explore more advanced willow weaving techniques.
This class is offered in conjunction with our Food Systems Fellowship program, and you can expect that most of the participants will be a cohesive group of 22-26 year olds studying sustainable food systems together. This won’t affect your learning, but might affect the feel of the class and we wanted to let you know!
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Join us for your first exploration of willow basket weaving! This class covers the foundations of European-style willow weaving. You’ll learn to weave a small, round basket using the simplest weaving techniques. You’ll learn to create a sturdy base, add sides to the basket, and finish your basket with a strong border. At the end of the class, you’ll have all the skills to weave your own baskets and begin to explore more advanced willow weaving techniques.
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