Participation

Youth ages 16-17 receive a 25% discount.

Level of Instruction

No prior basket weaving experience is necessary, but students should have good finger dexterity and hand strength.

Tuition

$180.00 Members

$230.00 Non-members

Explore birch bark weaving and leatherwork to make a small field pouch. On the first afternoon, you will be introduced to the history and ecology of birch trees and discuss sustainable harvesting practices for birch bark, while hand-processing bark into weavable material. On the second day, you will weave the base of your pouch using a double diagonal plaited weave pattern, a traditional Scandinavian style of weave. On the third day, you will prepare and attach a leather flap and assemble and make the finishing touches, leaving class with a sturdy and attention-grabbing pouch ready to use as a small purse or tool kit for years to come. There is a materials fee of $75-$100, payable to the instructor.