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SUMMARY:Branches and Bark: Willow Gathering Basket
URL:https://feralskills.com/events/branches-and-bark-willow-gathering-baske
 t-2026-10-06
STATUS:CONFIRMED
DESCRIPTION:This willow gathering basket is a classic project with a brand 
 new look--willow bark on the sides! After weaving a paired willow base\, t
 he baskets are staked up and waled as a traditional stake and strand willo
 w basket. Then prepared willow bark weavers are secured in place and woven
  as a double layer to create a beautiful texture for the sides. The weavin
 g is finished with more waling and a 5-rod willow border. Details of how t
 o securely attach the cross handle will be addressed as we weave the sides
 \, making this a sturdy useful basket. This basket will be woven using wil
 low from Dunbar Gardens in NW Washington\, and will measure 14” in diamete
 r and 8” tall\, plus handle. Hand strength is required when working with w
 illow. Required Tools Side cutters or secateurs (your best garden clippers
 ) Scissors Ruler Weight (plastic bag of rocks or one large rock will work\
 , or a can of beans) Optional Tools If you have a knife for basketmaking b
 ring it along but it’s not essential for this basket Willow awl Rapping ir
 on Session Information This course is part of Basket Week 2026. Plan to st
 ay a day longer for the Gathering Day on Friday\, October 9\, which featur
 es demonstrations\, speakers\, and community gatherings offered as a benef
 it to students enrolled in Basket Week coursework. Full schedule available
  online in Summer 2026.
LOCATION:North House Folk School\, Grand Marais\, MN
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