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Basketry

Sweetgrass Basketry

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Course Overview

 

Learn the art of coiling a beautiful sweetgrass basket. Hands-on instruction provides students with an introduction to the traditions and skills of basket weaving, and a discussion about how to identify sweetgrass and gather materials for future projects. This course welcomes students ages 16+ to participate on their own; students 14-15 can participate if accompanied by an adult. No previous experience is needed.

This course is part of Basket Week 2024. Plan to arrive early and attend the Basket Gathering day, full of free talks, demonstrations and community gatherings on Friday, October 4. More information in summer 2024.

Required Tools

  • All tools will be provided

Dates

Sat, Mar 11th, 2023  –  Sun, Mar 12th, 2023

Course Details

Hours: 9am-5pm each day
Tuition: $190.00
Materials fee: $15.00
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Meet the Instructor

North House Folk School photo of instructor, Teri Smith
Teri Smith
Grand Marais, MN

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Sweetgrass Basketry