Important Dates/Info

Class dates:

Saturday, February 28th, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
SNOW DATE: March 21, 2026 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm

Members: $72 Non-members: $92

Material fee:

Paid to the instructor on the first day of class.

$40 for the handle, reed, sea grass, and waxed linen needed to complete the Maria Market Basket
A second kit can be purchased for $32
Additional $12 if you would like to purchase your own pair of basketry sheers

Registration opens at 12:00 pm (noon): Tuesday, December 30th

Registration deadline: Saturday, February 14th

Cancellation deadline: Thursday, January 29th

Location: Room #3 at the Triangle Fiber Arts Center

Description

The Maria Market Basket is the perfect start to your weaving journey. We’ll learn to create a filled base with a handle and chicken feet, upset spokes, single row weaving, how to add accents, colors/materials, and a really beautiful way to finish our rim.

The basket measures approximately 8” wide by 14” long and is 12” tall including the oak D Handle.

I’ll teach you all the tips and tricks I’ve learned along the way.

When registering, students will be given the option to purchase a 2nd basket kit for $32 and a pair of basketry sheers for $12.

Prerequisites for participants:

No experience needed, just and interest in learning.

Materials to be provided by/additional instructions for students:

Please bring to class:

A tub or bucket for soaking reed
A spray bottle for water
Measuring tape
A towel
Clothespins
Something heavy to act as a spoke weight. (Can be your water tub, depending on type, a rice bag, heavy book, etc.)
Scissors
Sandpaper
sharp knife

Recommended:

an apron
basketry sheers (I will have multiple that we can share, but it’s easiest if everyone has their own pair.)
an awl (highly recommended!)

Bring lunch and a snack if you’d like. There is a microwave and refrigerator in the building and hot water is available for drinks.

For questions about the class, contact the Class Coordinator (twg.classes@gmail.com)
For questions about your registration, contact the Registrar (twg.registrar@gmail.com )

C2026-05 Beginning Basket Weaving: The Maria Market Basket with Robin Hall