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YO Ranch Hotel and Conference Center, Kerrville, TX
January 18-21, 2018
The 7th Annual TBWA Conference is presented by the Texas Basket Weavers Association
TexasBasketWeavers.com
https://www.facebook.com/TexasBWA
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Join us in Kerrville for the 7th Annual TBWA Conference!
President’s Welcome
Hello everyone! I know members are excited to receive the “Weavin’ in Kerrville” 2018 Catalog and will set aside time to go through the pages picking out classes to make their Conference experience something to treasure. Join us in the beautiful Hill Country at the YO Ranch Hotel and Conference Center, located at 2203 Sidney Baker Street, Kerrville, TX 78028. Reserve your room early at our special rates of $93 per night (single); $99 (double); $109 (triple); or $119 (quad). You can do this online at TexasBasketWeavers.com. If you prefer, call the hotel at 830-257-4440 or 877-967-3767, and mention the Texas Basket Weavers Association to get the TBWA’s reduced rates. Breakfast buffet is included in your room rate and parking is free. Everything you need to know about the Conference is in this catalog! Included is information on the 15 teachers (some new and others returning), six vendors (some new and others returning), Stars of Weaving, The Exhibition, ordering your Conference and TBWA logo items, Silent Auction, Opportunity Drawing, Marketplace and the Annual Business Meeting. WHEW! So now you know you have a lot of reading to do, lists to make, things to highlight and classes to pick out. Best of luck in making those decisions. Enough out of me — start flipping the pages! Best of weaving, Rebecca Shanks
——— Our Vendors ———
Atkinson’s Country House
Bittersweet Baskets and Homestead Handles
Cornerstone Baskets
Gifts by Brenda
Homestead Baskets
Nathan Taylor Basket Shop
Be sure to visit our great Vendors at this year’s
Conference. Please do not interrupt teachers who are
also vendors during their classes to make a purchase.
Silent Auction and
Opportunity Drawings Silent Auction bidding and ticket sales for the
Opportunity Drawings will be available from Thursday
noon through Saturday 6:00 pm. No address labels
needed; just write your NAME on the back of your
ticket for a quick way to identify yourself for the
drawing. Silent Auction numbers will be assigned by
Registration and you will receive that number in your
registration packet. You must be present at the
Conference or appoint someone to pick up your items.
Silent Auction items must be paid in full by cash
or check when winners are notified. No items will
be mailed.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION Registration opens AUGUST 15, 2017
and closes SEPTEMBER 30, 2017
for first class assignments.
Registration information is available in this catalog and on
the TBWA website (www.TexasBasketWeavers.com).
Please fill out all areas of the printed or online form
including the class number and name. Class prices include
all materials and teaching fees. List classes you want in
priority order for each day. Please list at least three (3)
choices for each day, but only list the classes you are
willing to take. It is best to list more than one choice since
there is no guarantee that you will receive your first choice.
Conference registration fee is $45.00 per member
Non-members may use the mail-in registration form, making sure to include membership dues.
Non-members may also register online via PayPal using
a 2-step process:
1) Join TBWA using our online membership form AND
2) Register for the Conference and pay online for both
membership and registration.
Attendees must be a TBWA member, pay for registration and pay for either:
1. Overnight accommodations at YO Ranch Hotel and
Conference Center while attending the Conference
— OR —
2. Day Weaver fees - If you are not staying at the YO
Ranch Hotel and Conference Center while attending the
Conference, you are required to pay the following fee for
each day you will attend:
Thursday - $25.00
Friday - $35.00
Saturday - $35.00
Sunday - $20.00
When registering through US Mail: You must pay by check or money order. To receive your
class confirmation through US Mail, include a self-
addressed stamped envelope. If you do not send one, we
will notify you via email. Be sure your check is for the total
amount due (registration fee and membership dues; Day
Weaver fees and denim TBWA logo shirt, if applicable).
A $25.00 fee will be charged per check if returned for insufficient funds. Do not pay class fees at this time.
Make your registration check payable to: Texas Basket Weavers Association and mail to: Shelley Kessler, TBWA Registration Chairperson 513 22nd St #2 Galveston, TX 77550
When registering via the website: You must use the PayPal link provided to pay for the total amount due. The website program will compute your amount due (registration fee, and if applicable, membership dues, Day Weaver fees, and/or logo items). You will only be able to pay the registration fee, membership dues, Day Weaver fees, and/or denim TBWA logo shirt via the website. Class fees cannot be paid via PayPal.
All cancellations must be in writing to TBWA c/o
Shelley Kessler. A $25.00 processing fee will be
subtracted from ALL refunds. Refunds will not be
offered after November 30, 2017.
Class Confirmations and Form for Pre-ordering Basket Kits and Paying the Marketplace Fee Class confirmations along with the form for pre-ordering
basket kits or reserving space to sell in the Marketplace will
be sent in the first half of October 2017. All registrants will
receive their confirmation and form via email unless they
supplied a self-addressed stamped envelope. Follow the
confirmation instructions, and the instructions on this
form, to send in your money for classes, basket kits
and/or marketplace fees.
Pre-Ordered Basket Kits Pre-ordered basket kits will be available for pick-up
between classes or during Marketplace. Please do not
interrupt a teacher during class to get your kit. Kits will
NOT be mailed. You must make arrangements to have
someone else pick up your kit(s) if you are unable to do
so yourself.
Marketplace On Saturday evening, January 20th, we offer Marketplace
space to any registrant who wishes to sell basket-related
supplies or items he or she has made. If you are interested
in participating, please mark your printed registration form
or Pre-ordering basket kit and Marketplace fee form, and
pay the $10.00 fee to reserve a space for you to sell your
items. Marketplace will be held in the weaving room from
7 pm to 8:30 pm. Applications and fees for Marketplace are
due November 1, 2017. All individual Marketplace
spaces must be pre-paid before the Conference.
NOTE: THE REGISTRATION FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE CLASS FEES
Do not send money for class fees until you have received your Conference registration and class
confirmations.
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ON-SITE REGISTRATION DAILY HOURS Thursday, January 18th: Noon to 5:00 pm Friday, January 19th: 7:30 am to 9:00 am Saturday, January 20th: 7:30 am to 8:00 am Sunday, January 21st: 7:30 am to 8:00 am
CLASS TIME INFORMATION Thursday classes start at 1:00 pm. End at 9:00 pm Friday classes start at 8:00 am. End at 9:00 pm Saturday classes start at 8:00 am. End at 5:00 pm Sunday classes start at 8:00 am. End at Noon
MEALS TBWA 2018 Conference registrants will be provided lunch both Friday and Saturday at noon. If you have a Special Meal requirement, please contact [email protected]. Dinner is on your own from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm each day. The hotel restaurant, the Branding Iron Dining Room, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Your room rate includes the breakfast buffet. There are other eating establishments in the area and a list will be provided in your Registration packet. Outside food and drinks are not allowed in the weaving area, per hotel guidelines.
Long Sleeved Denim Shirt with full-color embroidered TBWA logo Our popular TBWA denim shirt is made of
100% cotton that is garment washed for softness. The shirt has double-needle stitching
and a button down collar. Men’s sizes S-3XL $36.00 Note: This shirt is ONLY available by pre-ordering on your Registration form. It is not
available via CafePress. The shirt will be
delivered to you at the Conference.
—— TBWA Offers Great New Logo Items! —— This year, we are offering a wonderful array of items with the TBWA and 2018 Weavin’ in Kerrville Conference logos! Now you can purchase clothing and other items that fit your style and needs: T-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, earrings, reusable totes and grocery bags, note cards, water bottles, holiday ornaments — the list goes on and on! Ordering is easy online — all year long — through CafePress.com. You can get items in time to use or wear in Kerrville and for gifts throughout the year. Your purchases will be shipped directly to you. All items from CafePress are direct printed, not embroidered. However, you can still get our great denim shirt with the embroidered TBWA logo! Just preorder it on your Registration form. Shop for items with the TBWA logo at: www.CafePress.com/TBWA Shop for items with the Weavin’ in Kerrville logo at: www.CafePress.com/TBWA2018Conf If you have questions about CafePress, please contact Elizabeth Lundquist at [email protected].
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Do not send money for class fees at this time. You will be billed separately for class and kit fees. If you want your class confirmation to be sent to you via US Mail, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Please mail your registration form, envelope and payment for registration fees made out to Texas Basket Weavers Association (TBWA) to: Shelley Kessler TBWA Registration Chairperson 513 22nd St #2 Galveston, TX 77550 All postal-mailed forms and checks must be received by September 30, 2017 for first class assignments. You may also register for classes and pay the membership and registration fees online with PayPal through TexasBasketWeavers.com.
— Only list classes you are willing to take —
Registration opens August 15, 2017 and closes for first class assignments on Sept. 30, 2017
Registrants must be a current TBWA member, pay for registration & pay for either:
1. Overnight accommodations at YO Ranch Hotel and Conference Center while attending the Conference
— OR — 2. Day Weaver Fees - noted below by calendar day
A $25 fee will be charged per check if returned for insufficient funds.
Please make sure to sign the Cancellation Policy:
Please print or type clearly
Name ___________________________________________
Address _________________________________________
City, State, Zip_____________________________________
Phone ___________________Alt # ____________________
Email ___________________________________________
My YO Ranch Hotel reservation is listed under this name: ________________________________________________ List roommate(s): __________________________________
________________________________________________
I will volunteer at the Conference: YES______NO_______
I will donate to the Silent Auction/Drawing: YES____NO____
I will donate for the welcome bags: YES ______ NO ______
Non-members must purchase membership when
registering for classes
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Business Card Basket
Marcia Balleweg
4” L x 2 ½” W x 2” H
Natural and dyed reed
Quick and easy to make, this little basket
is perfectly sized for your business cards.
You will be able to choose from an
assortment of colors in class.
All Levels
Copper Desert Wine Basket
Julie Kleinrath 4” Dia x 9 ¼” H (15 ½” to top of handle)
Wood base, reed, flat copper wire, leather handle, waxed linen, beads
Woven on a wood base using a mold included
with the class, this twill uses round reed as a
shadow weaver. The basket has a sewn
leather handle, is lashed with waxed linen and
embellished with beads. Colors are available
for the dyed round reed/waxed linen/bead
combos.
Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Pine Needle Coaster
Martha May
4” Dia Longleaf pine needles, black walnut,
waxed linen This coaster is made using a plain stitch
with waxed linen thread to hold the coils
together. There will be a variety of thread
colors from which to choose.
Special tools: Thimble (optional)
All Levels
Lazy Susan with Arrows
Jackie Thomas
11½” Dia x 6” H
Wood base, round and flat oval reed
Using a 10” Lazy Susan base, you will
have plenty of time to concentrate and
master a 4 rod arrow (both inside and
outside the basket). The basket comes
with a wooden divider.
Intermediate Level
Sleigh
Emma Hughes
16½” L x 7¼” W x 8¼” H at back
Pine base, reed
Begin with braiding to hold the spokes in
place, then use continuous weaving and
triple twining up the sides. Decreasing the
front and back give shape to this pretty
sleigh. A Gretchen border finishes the top.
Beginner Level
Thursday (2 hrs)
101 3 pm to 5 pm $25
Thursday ( 4 hrs)
102 1 pm to 5 pm $60
Thursday (4 hrs)
103 1 pm to 5 pm $80
Thursday (4 hrs)
104 1 pm to 5 pm $55
Thursday (6 hrs)
105 1 pm to 9 pm $115
Thursday (6 hrs)
106 1 pm to 9 pm $55
Willow Bowl
Jo Campbell-Amsler 8” Dia x 3” H
Willow Create a bowl from willow using rib-style techniques. All steps will be taught in class, including willow lashing, shaping with ribs and weaving with willow. A very good basket for the beginner who wants to learn basic basket skills with gathered materials.
Special tools: Basket shears, small pruners, large awl, spray bottle, old bed sheet or 2 bath towels, apron. All Levels
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Thursday (6 hrs)
107 1 pm to 9 pm $60
Thursday (6 hrs)
108 1 pm to 9 pm $60
Thursday (6 hrs)
109 1 pm to 9 pm $95
Thursday (6 hrs)
110 1 pm to 9 pm $74
Thursday (6 hrs)
111 1 pm to 9 pm $58
Thursday (6 hrs)
112 1 pm to 9 pm $38
Perfect Sink Stool
Karen Hobbs 13” L x 11 W” x 11 H”
Oak stool, flat and flat oval reed
The perfect stool for children who aren’t quite
tall enough to reach the sink. It will even hold
most adults. This traditional herringbone
pattern is an easy weave with fantastic
results! Upper body strength is helpful. In
memory of Tomas Holtkamp. Special tools:
Basket packing tool and scissors.
All Levels
Kathy’s Seasons #2
Kathy Taylor
8” L x 5½” W x 3¼” H
Hand pounded black ash
This is the second basket in her
“Seasons” line of baskets. It is woven in
single rows of black ash with nicely
colored wide and narrow bands. Fun to
make and collect. Mold weaving
techniques will be taught.
Intermediate Level
Large Gathering Basket
Carol Sandhammer-Pires
24” L x 18” W x 19” H
Reed, cane, wood handle A 12” Williamsburg handle gives this classic basket its curved shape. The base is completely filled-in using flat reed, and is a distinct large size. (Photo shows a stained basket.) Intermediate Level
Infinity Swing
Sharon Klusmann 12” H x 13 ½” L x 7 ½” W
Rattan, wood base and handles Most of this basket is woven with traditional start/stop, with natural and colored stakes. Learn to descend rows to build up the front and back height. Insert a pair of swing handles and learn a unique chair caned overlay “infinity” design of triple Xs in the center. Choose from many colors in class. Intermediate Level
Pretty as a Picture
Pat Vogler
12” L x 9 ½” W x 7” H
Ash base, reed, leather handles, maple
This cute basket is woven on an oval ash
slotted base, using reed, round reed, and
a 2” wide maple strip. Finish it off with a
pair of leather handles and a painted
(your choice of images) or plain ash
overlay.
Beginner Level
Octagon Wall Mirror
Sandy Atkinson Inside mirror 12”; Outer frame 20”
Circumference approx. 61”
Mirror, reed, wood beads
This lovely mirror is woven on a wood
base with glass mirror attached and a
hook on the back for hanging. Challenge
yourself with the double braided border on
the inside and outside edges. Wood
beads are inserted into the weaving.
Intermediate Level
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Thursday (6 hrs) 113 1 pm to 9 pm $75
Thursday (2 hrs) 114 7 pm to 9 pm $35
Thursday (2 hrs) 115 7 pm to 9 pm $49
Thursday (2 hrs) 116 7 pm to 9 pm $25
Friday (4 hrs) 201 8 am to 12 pm $48
Friday (4 hrs) 202 8 am to 12 pm $65
Candle Candy Dish Julie Kleinrath
5” Dia x 3” H Wood base, reed
Woven on an assembled wood base, this
basket features a candle cup holder. You
will weave a twill design using both natural
and space dyed reed, finishing with a
matchstick rim. Kit includes a battery
operated burgundy “grunge” candle. Color
choices of reed will be available in class. Beginner Level
Autumn Rhythm Jill Robinson
7” square base (flares to 12” Dia) x 12” H Dyed and natural weavers, cane, oak handle
Students will learn to gracefully flare their basket to a nice round even shape while stressing basic weaving techniques. We will weave an interconnected triple braid at the handle/rim as well as a fancy cane braided handle. Students will have to really focus to finish this basket in class. Special tools: Basket awl.
Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Notepad Basket Marcia Balleweg
4½” L x 1½” W x 6 ½”H (w/o handle) Reed, wood handle
Make one of these cute baskets to help
keep your notepad at hand. Handy for
home or office, and it makes a great gift!
Notepad and pencil not included in kit.
All Levels
Baby’s First Chair -- Rush
Steve Atkinson 16” H x 9½” W x 9” L (seat 8” H)
Rush, wooden frame Learn rush weaving techniques on this chair for
teddy bears, dollies or little people. The frame
is pre-stained and sealed. Woven with paper
rush. NOT to be used as a step stool. Special tools: Long shank weaving tool or long
knitting needle, 4 large clamps, spray bottle. All Levels
Blue Coiled Gourd with
Handle Shelia Guidry
8” H x 8” Dia Gourd, Danish cord, waxed linen, antler
or wood handle Danish cord will be used to coil on a clean dyed gourd, cut to form an open bowl. A handle of wood or antler will be attached with coiling. All Levels
3 x 3 Twill Footstool Steve Atkinson
13” L x 12” W x 13” H Shaker tape or Nylon webbing, wood frame
The seat is woven in an easy twill design,
while the underside is in a checkerboard
pattern (or vice versa). The pine stool frame
comes stained and sealed. Choice of colors
for Shaker tape or Nylon webbing in class.
NOT to be used as a step stool. Special tools: Long shank weaving tool or
long knitting needle, 4 large clamps. All Levels
114 7 pm to 9 pm $35 115 7 pm to 9 pm $49
116 7 pm to 9 pm $25
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Friday (4 hrs)
203 8 am to 12 pm $32
Friday (4 hrs)
204 8 am to 12 pm $52
Friday (4 hrs)
205 1 pm to 5 pm $65
Friday (4 hrs)
206 1 pm to 5 pm $65
Friday (4 hrs)
207 8 am to 12 pm $58
Friday (4 hrs)
208 1 pm to 5 pm $55
Fiber Artist Broom
Karen Hobbs 12-15” L x 4” at widest
Broomcorn hurl, twine, antique quill This small whisk broom begins with broomcorn hurl sewn onto an antique quill. Stalks or reed are plaited to form the collar of the broom. Make cordage for the hanger and sew your beautiful broom. Special tools: Basket scissors, awl
All Levels
Birch Bark Pail
Carol Sandhammer-Pires 14” H x 5” W
Birch bark, birch handle, waxed linen Choose from a variety of bark pieces. Then, use a score and fold technique and a heat source to shape your bark. Finish up with waxed linen for sewing and a handle made from birch. Special tools: Small awl Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Medium Gathering Basket
Carol Sandhammer-Pires 18” H x 14" L x 14" W
Williamsburg handle, reed, cane
This classic basket is woven with flat
reed and has a completely filled-in
base. The shape follows the curve of
the Williamsburg handle.
(Note: The photo shows a stained
basket.)
Beginning/Intermediate Levels
Hen Basket Purse
Sandy Atkinson
7-7 ½” Dia at center x 10” H
Wooden hoops, reed, leather handle
Learn the theory and concepts of rib
weaving in this class. This sturdy rib
basket, designed after the traditional Hen
basket, is made with 3 wooden hoops,
round and flat reed. The leather handle is
long enough to use as a shoulder bag or
cross body bag and different lengths of
handles will be available.
Intermediate Level
Double Heart Rush Rocker
Steve Atkinson 14” W x 18” L (Rocker) x 18” H Seat Height 7” Seat Depth 10”
Rush, wooden rocker
This sturdy child’s chair rocks smoothly and has security rockers to prevent
rocking too hard. The seat is woven with
paper rush, an easy technique you can
also use on large chairs. Rocker comes
stained and sealed.
Special tools: Long shank weaving tool or
long knitting needle, 4 large clamps
All Levels
Weaving and More Weaving on Gourd
Shelia Guidry
8" Dia x 10" H Gourd, yarn, wooden beads, reed
Twine on a dyed gourd with the top already off and ready to weave. Holes are predrilled in the rim. On the front, add beads and yarn to your twining. Shelia will demo how to drill holes in a rim and how to dye gourds. All Levels
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Friday (6 hrs)
209 10 am to 5 pm $48
Friday (6 hrs)
210 10 am to 5 pm $55
Friday (6 hrs)
211 1 pm to 9 pm $45
Friday (6 hrs)
212 1 pm to 9 pm $58
Friday (6 hrs)
213 10 am to 5 pm $60
Friday (8 hrs)
214 8 am to 5 pm $80
10” Melon Basket
Jackie Thomas 10” W x 10” H
Reed, cane, oak handles
Let’s get back to the basics with this beginner ribbed basket. The ribs will be cut and pre-shaped and NO filling is required while weaving this basket. Dress it up by wrapping the handle with cane and learning to change colors while weaving the God’s Eye. Color choices will be available in class. Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Sweet Persimmon Tote
Pat Vogler 10” L x 5” W x 6” H (w/o handles)
Ash base, seagrass, reed, leather
handles, leather embellishment
Just as the name says, a “sweet” little
tote in the color of persimmons! Woven
on an elliptical ash base using round
reed and dyed seagrass. Finish with very
nice Amish sewn leather handles, and
your choice of leather embellishment.
Intermediate Level
American Colonies Work Basket
Sandy Atkinson 10” H (17” with handle) x
10 1/2” Dia (at base) (14” at top)
Reed, seagrass, ash handle, cane
This very sturdy basket is traditionally
woven with double spoke base and 3/4” half
round rim. The gripped notched handle and
cane lashing with unbraided seagrass finish
off the top. A shoe is woven around the
base for extra strength and durability, with a
wider accent weaver near the top.
Intermediate Level
Chocolate Ombre
Organizer Basket
Julie Kleinrath
7½” Dia at widest x 7½” H
Wood base, reed, paper twist
This utensil holder or flower pot holder is woven on a wood base over a plastic mold that is included with the kit. The twill design uses chocolate paper twist, as well as 3 different shades of the same color of reed. Color choice of dyed reed available in class. Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Quilter’s Tote
Marcia Balleweg 20” L x 10” W x 12” H (w/o handles)
Reed, Shaker tape handles
Marcia designed this practical tote for her
quilter friends, but it is perfect for toting
almost anything — including weaving
materials. The Shaker tape handles are
long enough to carry over your shoulder.
All Levels
Whisk Broom, Alternative Plaiting
Karen Hobbs 11” L x 6” W
Broomcorn hurl, reed
You’ve seen the basic whisk broom with plaiting on the handle, now explore various ways to decorate your whisk brooms and cobweb brooms. We will begin by making Turkey wing whisk broom, then the fun begins! No problem if you haven’t made a whisk broom, come join the fun! Special tools: Basket scissors, packing awl All Levels
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Friday (8 hrs)
215 8 am to 5 pm $95
Friday (8 hrs)
216 8 am to 5 pm $130
Friday (8 hrs)
217 8 am to 5 pm $84
Friday (8 hrs)
218 8 am to 5 pm $96
Friday (8 hrs)
219 8 am to 5 pm $130
Friday (2 hrs)
220 7 pm to 9 pm $35
Mahogany Tablet Tote
Sharon Klusmann
10” H x 10½” L x 7” W Rattan, leather lid and handle,
embellishment
A great, practical tote for carrying your
Tablet or I-Pad with your phone, wallet and
keys. Sharon’s Mahogany space dyed and
smoked reed will be used. The basket has
a woven base, twining, triple twining and a
3-strand braid, finished with a beautiful
leather lid and embellishment. So fun to
weave, so fun to wear!
Intermediate Level
Reproduction Shaker Spoon Basket
Kathy Taylor
6” L x 4 3/8” W x 2 3/8” H (w/o handle)
Black ash, wood handles
This finely-woven basket is a true Shaker reproduction that is newly offered. It is made over a mold using hand pounded black ash prepared in the time-honored methods of the Shakers. Intermediate/Advanced Levels
Mesquite and Walnuts
Martha May 10” Dia x 3 ½ “ H
Mesquite wood base, longleaf pine needles, waxed linen thread, black walnuts
This basket is made on a handmade mesquite wood base. Choose from a variety of colors of waxed linen. Price includes all walnut slices without turquoise. Walnut slices inlaid with turquoise may be bought in class from the teacher for $16 per slice. Special tools: Thimble (optional)
All Levels
A Touch of Tradition
Jo Campbell-Amsler 10” Dia x 4” H
Willow This class uses a variety of traditional willow techniques found in rib style basketry while making a simple round shape. Scalloming/weaving on a center rib, split ribs, double rims — all these are skills used in various willow basket shapes and sizes. Special tools: Basket shears, small pruners, sharp knife, 1 ft. square leather or denim, large awl, old bed sheet or two bath towels, apron, spray bottle. All Levels
Manzanita Burl Wall Basket Jill Robinson
Approx. 12” H x 10” W x 2 ½” Thick
Manzanita burl, reed, seagrass
Begin with 3 primary ribs already inserted into the Manzanita burl. Weavers are gray/
reddish brown, smoked and natural #0 - #2
round reed. This shape dictates lots of
packing/filling the entire basket, requiring
experience with ribs. Learn to randomly cross-
hatch the colors. The center is completed with
deconstructed seagrass (this technique may
be difficult for some—options will be available).
Special tools: Pointed awl, knife
Intermediate/Advanced Levels
Handle Wraps
Jackie Thomas
Reed and cane over wood handles
Learn to start and stop handle wraps; how
to hide your "addition" of a new lasher;
and how to fix a broken piece of cane
while wrapping the handles! Using a
square or round handle, weave 6” - 8" of 4
different handle wraps in class, one on
each side of the handle. This gives you
samples for future reference.
All Levels
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Friday (2 hrs) 221 7 pm to 9 pm $30
Friday (2 hrs) 222 7 pm to 9 pm n/c
Saturday (2 hrs) 301 3 pm to 5 pm $20
Saturday (2 hrs) 302 3 pm to 5 pm $32
Saturday (4 hrs) 303 8 am to 12 pm $79
Saturday (4 hrs) 304 8 am to 12 pm $50
Gourds Demonstration
Shelia Guidry
Learn how to pick a thick gourd to weave on, where to order them, the
difference between a cleaned and
uncleaned one, how to cut open a gourd
and how to dye or paint it. Shelia will
cover all this and will demo Brusho
Watercolor crystals and alcohol-based
dyes. All Levels. Demonstration only.
Home Room Bench Steve Atkinson
32¼” L x 15¼” W x 18” H Shaker tape or Nylon webbing, wooden bench Learn two weaves, one on top, one under the
seat. Choose from a great color selection of
Shaker tape or Nylon webbing in class. The
bench has a center support board that is
completely hidden in the weaving process.
The pine bench comes stained and varnished.
NOT to be used as a step stool. Special tools: Long shank weaving tool OR
long knitting needles, 4 large clamps All Levels
Twill Tote Marcia Balleweg
12” L x 7” W x 7” H without handle
Natural and smoked reed, wood handle This handy tote starts with a solid woven
bottom. Double twining, twill weaving,
double x lashing and a carved oak handle
complete the basket. All Levels
Woven Bracelets
Sandy Atkinson 1” W preformed hoop, cane, dyed reed
Three patterns to choose from: one is very
easy, the second is a little harder and the
third is still a little harder yet. Pattern
includes all three designs. You will weave
one bracelet in class. Hoops come in
different sizes to accommodate everyone’s
wrist.
All Levels
Matchstick Twist Julie Kleinrath
6” Dia x 4” H Wood base, natural and dyed reed
Woven on a wood base over a mold that
is included with the class. In class, you’ll
choose your color of space dyed reed to
create the twill design. The basket is
finished with a pretty matchstick rim. Beginner Level
Little Bitty Ditty Carol Sandhammer-Pires
1½” W x 4” H
Maple bark, waxed linen, beads This unique miniature is made from maple tree bark and enhanced with
beads and a twisted waxed linen handle. Special tools: Small awl, carving knife,
scissors All Levels
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Saturday (4 hrs)
305 8 am to 12 pm $80
Saturday (4 hrs)
306 8 am to 12 pm $55
Saturday (4 hrs)
307 1 pm to 5 pm $43
Saturday (4 hrs)
308 1 pm to 5 pm $60
Saturday (6 hrs)
309 8 am to 3 pm $70
Saturday (6 hrs)
310 8 am to 3 pm $60
Sleigh
Emma Hughes 16 ½” L x 7 ¼” W x 8 ¼” H at back
Pine base, reed
Begin with braiding to hold the spokes in
place, then use continuous weaving and
triple twining up the sides. Decreasing
the front and back give shape to this
pretty sleigh. A Gretchen border finishes
the top.
Beginner Level
Good Ole Farmers
Market
Carol Sandhammer-Pires
15” L x 11” H x 10” W
Reed
This traditional market basket is made on a 10” square hoop, making it sturdy for shopping at the farmers market. Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Weaving Hills and Valleys
on Gourd Shelia Guidry
9” H x 7” Dia
Gourd, reed, yarn, seagrass, wood beads
Use a cleaned and dyed gourd, with
valleys cut and holes drilled, ready to be
woven with triple twining (3-rod wale).
Valleys are done with yarn and seagrass,
and the top is finished with beads.
Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Plaid Organizer Magazine Holder
Julie Kleinrath 15” L x 11” D x 14” H
Reed, wood base/handle
Woven on our assembled magazine keeper wood base, this basket features a plaid design woven in a twill pattern. Woven in 3 colors: natural, smoked, and your choice in class of a third. Shaping will be featured, as well as different ways to weave this twill. It also makes a great yarn holder. Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Meadow Brook Drum Table
Sandy Atkinson 22” H x 12 ½” Dia
Wood top and base, reed
This accent table is the right height for any
chair. The wood grooved top is pre-painted
black and poly-finished, ready to weave
with black and natural reed. This unique
table features twill, reverse twill and triple
twining techniques.
Intermediate Level
Rush Footstool
Steve Atkinson 10" L x 10" W x 12" H
Rush, wooden footstool frame
A comfy way to rest those tired feet! Learn this basic rush pattern and then use the technique on any chair. The pine stool comes stained and sealed, ready to weave. NOT to be used as a stepstool Special tools: Long shank weaving tool or long knitting needle, 4 large clamps, water bottle All Levels
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Saturday (6 hrs)
311 8 am to 3 pm $115
Saturday (8 hrs)
312 8 am to 5 pm $76
Saturday (8 hrs)
313 8 am to 5 pm $56
Saturday (8 hrs)
314 8 am to 5 pm $42
Saturday (8 hrs)
315 8 am to 5 pm $155
Saturday (8 hrs)
316 8 am to 5 pm $88
Pine Needle Gourd Basket Martha May
8” Dia x 6” H
Basket gourd, pine needles, black walnut, waxed linen
This gourd is topped with longleaf pine needles you’ll stitch with waxed linen; choose from a variety of colors in class. Slices of black walnut are stitched between some coils as accents. Price includes all walnut slices without turquoise. Walnut slices inlaid with turquoise may be purchased at class from the teacher for $16 per slice. All Levels
Thunder and Lightning
Sharon Klusmann 13 ½” L x 10” W x 5 ½” H
Rattan
This striking double walled basket
begins with a black, gray and natural
twilled base with swirled rows of triple
twining. Build up both walls and end with
a traditional rim laced with a “V” design.
Learn this rolling overlay pattern on the
outside wall with round reed.
Intermediate Level
Tesson Bushel Basket
Pat Vogler 9 ½” H x 11 ½” Dia
Reed, ash base, leather strips and
leather handles
You will use reed, triple twining and 3
leather strips to weave this basket on a
10” round base. Finish it off with a pair
of braided handles. Choose either black
or brown leather in class.
Intermediate Level
Willow Day Tote
Jo Campbell-Amsler 12” L x 6 ½” W x 9” H
Willow, leather strap
Using smaller willow to create a frame, you
will learn how to handle the material
correctly and work with ribs to create a
specific shape. A pair of flat-braided leather
handles finish off this practical tote.
Special tools: Basket shears, small pruners, sharp knife, 1 ft. square leather or denim, large awl, spray bottle, old bed sheet or 2 bath towels, optional apron Intermediate Level
Western Flair Basket
Jill Robinson 14” L x 11” W x 10 ½” H
Ash base, reed, cane, leather handles, conchos
Weave this beautiful oval bushel-style basket
on a stained ash base. Then upsett with triple
weave and accent the sides with a cross-
stitch pattern, cane and triple weave in 3
colors. Finish with heavy duty leather handles
accented with silver conchos. Colors as
shown: brown/gray/natural with cane accents.
Special tools: Needle nose pliers
Intermediate Level
Birds of a Feather Karen Hobbs
8” Dia x 7” H
Natural and smoked reed, wood handle
Begin weaving the inner basket and use it
as a mold for the outer basket, which has a
wooden base and is woven with start/stop,
twining and continuous weaving. Then have
fun placing the feather design and complete
with a Redbird handle. Taught with
permission from Sherian Cody.
Upper Beginner Level
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Saturday (8 hrs)
317 8 am to 5 pm $125
Saturday (10 hrs)
318A 8 am to 5 pm $55
Sunday (Continued)
318B 8 am to 10 am
Sunday (4 hrs)
401 8 am to 12 pm $38
Sunday (4 hrs)
402 8 am to 12 pm $40
Sunday (4 hrs)
403 8 am to 12 pm $95
Shaker Tatting Basket
Kathy Taylor #1: 5 ½” L x 3 ½” W x 2 ½” H (w/o handle) #2: 6 ½”L x 4 ¼” W x 2 5/8” H (w/o handle) #3: 7 ½” L x 5” W x 3” H (w/o handle)
Hand pounded black ash
This is a new reproduction of a Shaker basket and is made of the finest ash on a class mold. Choose in class to make either one of the largest size (#3), or both smaller baskets (#1 and #2), for $125. Intermediate/Advanced Level
Katherine's Down Basket
Jackie Thomas 10 ½” Dia x 14 ½" H
Reed, ash, cane
NOTE: This is Part 1 of 2-Part Class While the weaving techniques are basic, you MUST have good hand strength to weave this large basket. Improve your shaping skills as you weave out to the waist and in to the neck. An easy-to-weave lid is adorned with ash curls. Original pattern by A.Banks and N.Conn, taught with permission. Intermediate/Advanced Level
Sweet Nectar Hummingbird Feeder
Sandy Atkinson 3" Dia at base x approx. 12" H
Reed, copper wire, beads, cork, glass bottle
A fun, easy and creative class. Use the pattern or make up your own! Learn the basic weaving techniques, a couple of tricks to make it all fit, and you are on your way. Class includes all materials for one feeder. Choose in class from a green or clear glass bottle. All Levels
Space Dyed Pencil
Sharon Klusmann 4” Dia at top x 5 ¾” H
Reed, wooden base
This pencil basket can also be used to hold flowers or utensils. It begins with a 3" wooden base and twills up the side. The rim is laced with waxed linen in the 3 colors of the space dyed reed you used. Embellish with the beaded charm provided. You will make one basket in class. Specify color choice on your registration form (l to r): Autumn, Pastel or Mahogany. Intermediate Level
Willow People
Jo Campbell-Amsler Approx. 14” L x 8” W
Willow, gourds, mixed materials
Create a "basket" person using willow,
sticks, and gourds. While rib style
techniques are the basics for this doll,
there is a lot of room for creativity.
Embellishments such as willow beads,
acorn buttons, beads, charms, tattoos
and fibers make each doll unique.
Special tools: small awl, utility knife, old towel. All Levels
Katherine's Down Basket Jackie Thomas 10 ½” Dia x 14 ½" H
Reed, ash, cane NOTE: This is Part 2 of 2-Part Class While the weaving techniques are basic, you MUST have good hand strength to weave this large basket. Improve your shaping skills as you weave out to the waist and in to the neck. An easy-to-weave lid is adorned with ash curls. Original pattern by A.Banks and N.Conn, taught with permission. Intermediate/Advanced Level
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Sunday (4 hrs)
404 8 am to 12 pm $79
Sunday (4 hrs)
405 8 am to 12 pm $45
Sunday (4 hrs)
406 8 am to 12 pm $40
Sunday (4 hrs)
407 8 am to 12 pm $38
Sunday (4 hrs)
408 8 am to 12 pm $60
Sunday (4 hrs)
409 8 am to 12 pm $68
Fractal Lightning Bowl
Jill Robinson 6” W x 10” L x 3 1/2” H, (11” x 14” at top)
Ash base, cane
Your stained, finished ash base has a
beautiful wood-burned fractal pattern
spreading to tiny tendrils—each base is
unique. We will weave a lightning zig-zag
pattern with cane in keeping with the
fractal theme. The bowl is finished with a
half-round dyed, cane-wrapped rim.
Some students may need to complete
the rim at home.
Beginner/Intermediate Levels
Double Diamond Bench
Steve Atkinson 30 ¾” L x 14 ½” W x 18” H
Shaker tape and/or nylon webbing,
wooden bench frame
This seat is woven in a double diamond
design, with a checkerboard pattern
underneath. Being the height of most
chairs, it will fit a standard table or bed.
The pine bench frame comes stained and
sealed. Choice of color combinations in
class. NOT to be used as a step stool.
Special tools: Long shank weaving tool or
long knitting needle, 4 large clamps.
All Levels
Post-it Basket
Kathy Taylor 4” L x 2 3/8” W x 2 1/2” H
(5” w/handle)
Black ash
There are many times during the day when you just want to make a quick note. Now you can keep your note pads within easy reach in your home or office. This pretty basket is made over a class mold, woven in hand pounded black ash. Beginner Level
Mustard Basket
Karen Hobbs 3” W x 2” D x 32” H
Natural and dyed reed
Slender and sleek, this replica antique
basket is one of a kind and fun to make. A
challenge to keep the sides straight, it is
the perfect basket to work on shaping.
Ideal for storing yard sticks. Various colors
will be available in class for accent.
Original pattern and permission given to
teach by Bev Larson.
Upper beginner Level
Woven Handle
Gathering Basket
Marcia Balleweg 17” L x 10” W x 5” H without handle
Reed, wood handle
This handy basket can do double duty: in
the garden and in the kitchen. It’s big
enough to carry your flowers and
vegetables or a 9” x 13” baking dish.
The wrapped handle dresses up this
simple basket. Choose from a variety of
space-dyed colors offered in class.
All Levels
Purple Fusion
Julie Kleinrath 6” Dia x 4” H
Reed, seagrass, wood base
Woven on a wood base with seagrass and your choice of color (in class) for the dyed reed. The twining technique takes a while to get used to, but once you do, it becomes lots of fun! The basket is finished with a wood and wire swing handle and a simple lashing technique that you will love. Beginner/Intermediate Levels
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Sandy Atkinson 111, 207, 212, 301, 310, 401
Sandy Atkinson began weaving in 1983 when she was
home with her four daughters. In 1985, she and her
husband Steve opened Atkinson's Country House, where
she could teach basket weaving and sell supplies. In
1986 Sandy started producing a PBS series about
Country Basket Weaving. Sandy and Steve continue to
work at their basket studio in Lennon, Michigan. They live
on a small farm, have eight grandchildren and love to
travel in the motor home around the USA to teach. She
has taught in over 14 states.
Steve Atkinson 115, 201, 208, 303, 307, 404
Steve worked for GM for 34 years before joining Sandy at
Atkinson's Country House. He oversees packing and
shipping, plus anything else that needs doing. Steve also
took up woodcutting and now cuts most of the woodwork
for the shop. Steve took up seat weaving and really
enjoys coming up with new patterns to weave. He builds
all his own seat frames. Steve has taught in over 14
states. Steve continues to work in the basket studio in
Lennon, Michigan with wife Sandy.
Marcia Balleweg 101, 116, 214, 304, 408
Marcia has always had a love for baskets and finally,
upon moving to Oklahoma 25 years ago, found someone
to show her how to get started. She took her first class in
1992 and never looked back. She started teaching a few
years after that. Marcia is a founding member of the
Basket Weavers Guild of Oklahoma, as well as a member
of the National Basketry Organization and the Missouri
Basket Guild. She is also a member of the Oklahoma
Native American Basketweavers Association.
Jo Campbell-Amsler 105, 219, 315, 403
Jo has been using willow in her basketry work for
37 years. Her work has been featured in magazines,
books, and in exhibits across the United States. One of
the most recent exhibits is “A Measure of the Earth” at the
Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian Institution in
Washington, DC. She teaches throughout the country,
and is also a co-organizer for two retreats: The Willow
Gathering and Willow Weekend. She has hosted several
basket tours to Ireland, Scotland, Spain, France and
Denmark, visiting with willow basket weavers there and
learning new skills and techniques. In 2017, she traveled
to England and Wales to work with weavers there.
More information can be found on her website:
http://www.willowridgebaskets.com
Shelia Guidry 202, 205, 222, 308
About 10 years ago, Shelia was introduced to gourds as
an art form and fell in love with them. She learned to
carve, coil, weave, wood burn, etc., on gourds and has
won many awards, including Best in Masters’ division at
the Lone Star Gourd Festival. She has taught basic
weaving and coiling classes on gourds in Texas,
Louisiana and Missouri. In her classes, Shelia discusses
what gourds are, how to select gourds for weaving, and
how to cut and clean them. All gourds in her classes will
be ready for weaving — cleaned, dyed, and drilled.
Karen Hobbs 107, 203, 211, 313, 407
Karen has been a multi-media artist for many years. Her
love of teaching basketry has become her passion along
with brooms. Karen’s love of brooms has now extended
into her first book, coming out in December 2017. She is
a member of many guilds across the country and teaches
at various conferences and at her studio, as well.
Emma Hughes 103, 305
Emma is enjoying her 30th year as a basket weaver and
instructor. She has taught throughout the Southwestern
United States and at the Iowa, Missouri, and Texas
conferences. Basket weaving is her passion and her
therapy. Sharing her talent with people is like putting a
rim on a basket -- the best part.
Julie Kleinrath 102, 114, 213, 221, 309, 406
Julie began weaving in 1990 and has been teaching since
1993. She published her first book in 2010 and is working
on her second reflecting her own designs and tidbits for
weavers of all levels. Julie’s baskets have been exhibited
in galleries and have won several awards, and she has
taught in over 35 states. She is currently working out of
her studio and store located in Grand Junction, CO. Her
favorite part of teaching is seeing the joy on her students’
faces when they finish their first basket.
Sharon Klusmann 110, 218, 312, 402
Sharon has been weaving, designing and teaching basket
weaving for 33 years. Her website
(www.SharonKlusmannnn.com) has 7 pages of her
original designs. She teaches basketry from her home
studio in Tallmadge, OH, and at national conventions and
guilds throughout the country. Three of her designs were
featured in “Create and Decorate Magazine”, and she
wrote “Business in a Basket” to help others who love
basket weaving turn their passion into a successful
teaching business.
2018 Teacher Biographies
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Martha May 104, 216, 311
Martha May has been making baskets for sixteen years.
She owns a basket shop, Homestead Baskets, where she
makes and sells baskets and basket making supplies. Her
shop is in Central Texas in a Craft Village that makes and
sells traditional crafts. Martha has taught basket making
classes for the Ploughshare Institute for Sustainable
Culture for 10 years. She teaches a wide variety of basket
technique, including pine needle, twill, and ribbed
baskets.
Jill Robinson 113, 217, 316, 409
Jill has been weaving baskets since 1987, and creating
gourd art since 2008. She has taught basket weaving
since 1991, has been judge, juror, featured artist for show
publications and has won numerous awards in both areas
of baskets and gourds art. In 2015, Jill was selected to be
a reviewer for the Texas Commission on the Arts for new
official Texas Cultural Districts. She is currently President
of the Central Texas Basket Weavers Guild, has served
as Board Member of the TBWA, and is a charter member
of both organizations. Texture, color, and design, whether
contemporary or traditional, inspire Jill’s creativity.
Carol Sandhammer-Pires 109, 204, 206, 302, 306
Having learned to basket weave over 30 years ago, Carol
has been teaching more than 25 of those years.
Currently living in northern New Hampshire has given her
the opportunity to explore weaving with various natural
tree barks. Carol sells her baskets in her coffee shop/
basket studio. She mostly loves toteach functional
baskets and collects picnic baskets.
Jackie Thomas 106, 209, 220, 318A, 318B
Jackie took her first basket weaving class in 1993 and has
been weaving and learning ever since. When she moved
to Texas in 2000, Jackie started selling her baskets at
local craft fairs and soon after joined the Central Texas
Basket Guild. After numerous requests, she started
teaching basket weaving to beginners in 2007.
Kathy Taylor 108, 215, 317, 405
In 1999, while working at Dartmouth College in Hanover,
NH, Kathy met Nathan Taylor. She and Nathan became
friends, making baskets together. They married and
opened a new basket shop in Warner, NH. There, she
built her skills as an ash splint basket maker. Eventually,
they moved to Hohenwald, Tennessee and opened a
basket shop. After sixteen years of running the office and
designing baskets, Kathy has decided to pass on some of
her basket skills in wood splint basketry.
Pat Vogler 112, 210, 314
Pat's love for basket weaving began in 1999 when she
was convinced to take a class at the local community
college. She collected antique baskets for years and her
family thought she should make her own. In 2004 she
opened her shop, Bittersweet Baskets, where she
teaches and sells supplies. In 2007, she and her husband
John started making ash bases and, in 2013, purchased
Homestead Heirlooms, a leather handle making company.
Visit bittersweetbasketsandsupply.com.
Know your Weaving Skill Level:
Please evaluate your skill level, not only for your total weaving
experience, but also for your experience using the techniques and
materials offered in the classes you are considering. If you are
trying a new technique it may be best to look for materials that
you have used in the past. The same can be said if you are trying
new materials but using weaving techniques that you have al-
ready mastered.
Beginner (Beg): Beginner students have little or no weaving
experience having woven none or only a few baskets. These
weavers are learning about basic weaving techniques, such as
over/under weaving, start/stop weaving, twining, and rim lashing.
They are learning to control shapes. Please give extra considera-
tion when taking a class in a material or technique that you have
never used before.
Beginner/Intermediate (Beg/Int): These students have woven
beginner baskets, consider themselves still beginners but are
ready for more challenges.
Intermediate (Int): Intermediate students are proficient in basic
weaving techniques. They do not have difficulty setting up bases,
twining, completing over/under weaves and creating rims using
the materials offered in a class. They are ready for new weaving
techniques.
Advanced (Adv): Advanced students are proficient at beginning
and intermediate weaving techniques. Weavers at this level are
capable of designing a basket on their own. Students are comfort-
able with shaping and more challenging aspects of weaving such
as intricate patterns and multiple weaves.
All Levels (All): These classes are offered to students of all skill
levels from Beginner to Advanced.
NOTE: Weaving Skill Levels abbreviations are used in the
Class Summary Chart on page 19.
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Class Summary Chart
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Appointed Officers 2016—2017
Newsletter Editor: Ellen Adler Parliamentarian: Juanita Stanley Historian: Mary Brown Website Coordinator: Holly Karr
2018 Conference Committee Conference Chair: Elizabeth Lundquist Registration Chair: Shelley Kessler Teacher Coord: Jan Schmidt Vendor Coord: Bev Hoffmann On-Site Facilities Coord: Diane Wilson Donations Coord: Karen Hobbs Printing & Publicity Coord: Linda Satter Stars of Weaving Coord: Charlotte Moore
Registration is open from August 15 through September 30, 2017. Second Round of Registration runs from Mid-October through December 2017,
but class availability will be very limited at that time!
TBWA ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING
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Board of Directors 2016—2017 President: Rebecca Shanks Vice President: Cricket Rose Secretary: Isabel Proske Treasurer: Julie Dippel Membership Director: Rosie Huddleston Member at Large: Becky Bulfin Member at Large: Karen Hobbs Member at Large: Emma Hughes Member at Large: Becky Schwartz
Stars of Weaving Exhibit Share your baskets with your fellow weavers in either a juried or non-juried exhibit!
5 Juried Categories (each competing for $50 cash prizes):
*Reed *Art/Unusual Piece *Natural
*New Weaver (less than 2 years) *Professional
One entry from the above categories (except Professional) could win even more $$ and
prizes with the Viewer’s Choice Award! Non-competitive Category (no prize money): The Exhibition
This year, winners of the juried categories will receive $50 CASH,
rather than a $50 voucher for Conference Vendors, as in prior years. That means you’ll have more money to spend on the Silent Auction, Opportunity Drawing tickets, dinner, supplies or gift items from a Vendor or at Marketplace ... or on whatever you like!
It’s easy to enter and FUN to show off your basketry skills! Get further details by contacting Charlotte Moore at
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