Gourd Basketry Techniques
Everything but the Kitchen Sink
Susan Nonn
$50.00
7 Hours - Beginner
Saturday All Day 8 - 5
Using a gourd as a form, participants will learn different ways to weave around the gourd surface. Techniques will include weaving, twining, three-rod wale, and my favorite "hairy weaving". We will also create undulating hills and valleys to add interested to the gourd basket. The gourd-basket will be embellished with beads and natural materials.
Don't forget to check out my "Finishing Up" class on Sunday. If you don't get finished on Saturday, and would like more help, sign up for Sunday ~ it's free!
INSTRUCTOR PROVIDES
.Cleaned (inside and outside) 10-12 inch diameter martin gourd, holes drilled for weaving
.½ pound of spaced dyed reed per student
.#3 Reed for spokes
.Dyed seagrass, yarn, wire, mizuhiki, leather lace, jute, and beads
.Written instructions
STUDENT SHOULD BRING
.Basket Scissors or pruning shears
.Bucket for soaking weaving materials
.Spray bottle for water
.Old Bath Towel
Walk-ins welcome if class is not full
Minimum # Students: 1
Maximum # Students: 12
Maximum # Students: 12
