This is an all-day intensive course, led by Renee Bauman, designed to introduce you to several basketry techniques that you can use with cattail leaves. Each student will go home with a complete berry basket with a swing handle made entirely out of this local, wild and renewable resource.
What to Expect:
Introduction to Cattail Basketry: Learn about the history and cultural significance of basketry with cattail leaves. Discover the environmental benefits of using this renewable resource.
Hands-On Instruction: Gain practical skills through guided, step-by-step demonstrations. Techniques will include weaving patterns, handle construction, and tips for working with cattail fibers.
Personalized Guidance: Receive one-on-one support from experienced instructors to ensure you master each technique and achieve a high-quality finished product.
Creative Expression: While following traditional methods, you’ll have opportunities to add your personal touch to the design of your basket.
Completion of a Berry Basket: Leave with a fully completed berry basket, ready to be used for harvesting or as a beautiful, handmade gift.
*SOLD OUT * September 28th | 9:30am-4:30pm
4 tickets are available at $60 (+ materials fee of $20 due to Renee on day of class)
4 tickets are available at $85 (+ materials fee of $20 due to Renee on day of class)
*Materials fee voucher available to community harvest participants
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Renee is a Catskills-based chef and designer who specializes in working with wild plants and fungi. She rediscovered her childhood love for basketry when she was unhappy with the sourdough bread baskets she could buy, and decided to make them herself instead. She works in many media, builds cob ovens, bakes bread and pastries and obsesses over finding and eating wild mushrooms. You can see more of her work on instagram @renee_makes_things