Pine Needle Basket Workshop with Artist Linda Chapeskie
Schedule
Sun Sep 28 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
11 Water Street, Spencerville, ON, Canada, Ontario K0E 1X0 | Spencerville, ON
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Participants must be able to navigate stairs. Dress according to weather, venue is not temperature controlled (no air conditioning, limited heat)
Reserved your spot here: https://bit.ly/MillBasketWorkshop
🎟️ Space is limited to 12 participants
đź“… Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025
đź•™ Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
đź“Ť Location: Spencerville Mill & Museum
đź’˛ Cost: $70 per person (a portion of ticket price supports the Spencerville Mill)
Discover the timeless art of coiled basketry in this hands-on workshop with local artist Linda Chapeskie. Held in the inspiring setting of the historic Spencerville Mill, this full-day session introduces you to the traditional craft of creating baskets from long-leaf pine needles.
Under Linda’s expert guidance, you’ll:
• Create your own small-to-medium coiled pine needle basket
• Experiment with a variety of natural and artistic embellishments
• Explore the history and cultural significance of pine needle basketry
• Enjoy a relaxed, creative environment in great company
This workshop is perfect for anyone with a love of crafting, sewing, or working with their hands on a small scale. You’ll leave with a completed basket (or with enough material to complete it at home) and the skills to make many more.
What to Bring:
• A thimble (extras available)
• Small jewelry pliers (a few will be provided)
• A pair of small sharp scissors (a few will be provided)
• Water bottle, tap water on site is not suitable for drinking
All other materials will be supplied.
Add on Lunch by Monday Nutrition for $23
• Harvest quinoa salad with chickpeas, seasonal herbs, vegetables and sweet dressing.
• House made chocolate chip cookie
• Infused water with fresh fruit and herbs
This menu is gluten free and vegan.
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Where is it happening?
11 Water Street, Spencerville, ON, Canada, Ontario K0E 1X0Event Location & Nearby Stays:
