FULL: February Willow Basket Workshop in Weaverville, NC

Name: FULL: February Willow Basket Workshop in Weaverville, NC
Start: 2026-02-28T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-28T16:00:00-05:00
Location: 346 Ox Creek Road, Weaverville, NC 28787

Schedule

Sat Feb 28 2026 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

346 Ox Creek Road, Weaverville, NC 28787 | Weaverville, NC

This workshop is now full! We will have another one in March. Sign up for information on future workshops at WildEarthCrafts.com.
Join us on Saturday, February 28th for a full day willow basket workshop! Participants will make a 10'' wide x 4'' deep (approximately) shallow willow frame basket. We will discuss some basics of willow basketry while acknowledging the accessibility of the craft, the materials, the history of the land we are gathered upon, and the current cultural environment we practice this craft within. Capacity: 10 people
Experience Level: All levels are welcome. No experience required. Average to moderate hand strength is needed for this class. It will likely not be a good fit for anyone with hand sensitivities including hand injuries or arthritis.
For More Info and to Register: click on the "tickets" link on this page.
About the Instructor: Frea (FREE yuh; she/they) is committed to fostering an equitable approach to craft. Her teaching will thoughtfully explore how craft practices, education, and materials are connected to broader social issues such as historical and ongoing injustices, including land appropriation, indigenous displacement, and systemic inequality. She will also share ways she is actively engaging in efforts towards repair and positive change within the field. You can learn more about Frea at WildEarthCrafts.com.