BASKET WEAVING INTRO WITH WOVEN HUES
May 24 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm EDT
$65.00
INTRO TO BASKET WEAVING WITH DAVID GRIEVES OF WOVEN HUES
Join artisan David Grieves and craft a traditional piece of functional art from the WOVEN HUES NATURALS COLLECTION. Guided step‑by‑step, weave a clean, modern round basket in a refined two‑tone palette and timeless design.
More than just a craft session, this experience introduces you to fundamental weaving techniques using materials thoughtfully prepared, sustainably sourced, and natural. You’ll leave not only with a finished basket, but with the skills and confidence to continue your weaving journey!
Unique Features & Materials
Thoughtfully Pre-Dyed Reed. Natural reed is hand-dyed using traditional, sustainable methods with Walnut Husk and Madder Root to achieve a subtle, rich two-tone effect.
Modern Stake and Strand Weave design incorporates a stake and strand weave with varied thickness, resulting in a contemporary aesthetic that fits perfectly in any home.
Ready-to-Weave Kit includes everything needed to complete the basket is included and pre-prepped. Woven by you, prepped by us! You get all the necessary materials (reed and cane) to start weaving immediately.
Skills You Will Learn
Perfect for an enthusiastic beginner or an intermediate weaver looking to explore natural dyeing and modern design.
Master the round base technique, learn how to add filler for structural integrity, and practice twining.
Practice the core weave along with a clean start & stop.
Learn professional finishing; rimming skills, including trimming & tucking stakes and applying a clean lashing finish.
All levels of experience are welcome. No experience necessary.
Please note, there is a $35 kit fee payable in cash, debit, credit, or transfer to the instructor at the start of class.
All materials included in the kit fee.
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Meet David!
Woven Hues is a solo venture led by artist and self-taught basket weaver David Grieves, dedicated to creating modern, functional basketry. David’s work blends traditional weaving techniques with a modern eye for colour, texture, and function, all inspired by a deep connection to the natural world.
Traditional, handcrafted baskets are intended for everyday use, with each piece meticulously designed to be both an artistic statement and a practical item for daily life. David’s process is rooted in slow, intentional making, hand-dye my materials, design original patterns, and build every basket from start to finish.
The unique character of Woven Hues lies in this combination of organic forms, original patterns, and thoughtfully chosen hues that reflect the landscapes and nature David has explored, particularly the ancient forests and waterways of Algonquin Park.
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