BASKET WORKSHOP www.weavinwinona.com JUNE 20th, 21st, and 22nd, 2014 WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY Contact: Deb Mather TAU CONFERENCE CENTER 507-451-8571 511 HILBERT STREET, WINONA MN Email: [email protected]
REGISTRATIONS POSTMARKED by March 10th for 1st drawing of classes. After that date, classes will be assigned in order received.
Note: Class times include lunch
Friday Classes ECLECTIC break and announcements. MARLA HELTON
Fun & Funky…start with a Japanese base then triple weave to accommodate a second set of spokes. This allows for a fun and funky form to be created with dyed black reed, cane, seagrass, and fuzzy fibers. Reducing the number of spokes creates undulation in the form. A rolled border finishes this beautiful piece. Approx. 5” x 8”H (will vary) Intermediate Class, prep & material fee $56
ANTLER TRAY GINA KIEFT
Using pre-drilled spike and four point white tail deer antlers, create this eye catching tray. Start with natural round reed then try colored round and different mediums (seagrass, yarn, leather) to add texture and color to make it fit your décor. Antler drilling will be demonstrated. Several class samples will be available for ideas. Antlers, tray sizes, and colors will vary to give you a unique piece. Approx. 12” x 6” x 2”H Intermediate Class, prep & material fee $48
KWIVR ANNETTA KRAAYEVELD This tall twill wall basket will start with a prefinished wood base and end with a dyed to match sweetheart handle. Focus on maintaining shape while weaving straight up the sides as well as creating twill arrows while weaving continuously. Choose from “Shades of Autumn” or “Shades of Purple” on your registration form. Twill experience necessary. Approx. 3” x 4 ¼” x 12”H Advanced Class, prep & material fee $45
PLEASE NOTE SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED -- Pictures not to scale – Please check sizes given for each basket
ELDA’S MARKET JAN SCHMIDT Begin by using a D handle and solid woven base. Learn many weaves using reed and seagrass, as well as how to wrap a handle. A combination of seagrass and colored reed make for a beautiful and strong basket. Color choices will be available. Approx. 8” x 12” x 8” H All Levels Class, prep & material fee $50
COLORFUL CATHEAD DIANNE GLEIXNER Weave a square open base, then learn to get a perfect cathead shape while weaving the sides using continuous weave. Spokes and weavers are space dyed with 2 colors for an interesting look. Top features triple twining and 3 rows of start/stop weaving with natural reed. Rim is lashed with waxed linen thread creating an interesting design. Approx. 10”D x 6”H All Levels Class, prep & material fee $42
PAPER STRAPPING MUFFIN BASKET DIANNE GLEIXNER
Weave with a new material – a product that is left over from the paper milling process and world normally end up in a landfill. Students begin by weaving an open weave base then weave a cathead shape while changing the width of the weavers. The same material is used for the handles, rim and lasher. Cutting the proper width of weavers will be part of the class experience so hand strength is needed. f weavers.Approx. 9”DThe sametop x material 5”H + handlesis u All Levels Class, prep & material fee $40
DUELING DIAMONDS GINA KIEFT
This fits any décor. Following a graph, learn to weave a beautiful black ash wall piece concentrating on keeping weavers and spokes tight together and straight to fit into the barn wood frame (included in class). Students will have choices of color to weave. Approx. 2 ¾” x 4 ¼” (Frame 4x6)
Intermediate Class, prep & material fee $38
PLEASE NOTE SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED -- Pictures not to scale – Please check sizes given for each basket
CLAY MEDALLIONS MARLA HELTON Fun & creative! Start by making 4 air dried clay medallions selecting from a variety of stamps. Set them aside to dry overnight and finish on Saturday. Using a beautiful selection of metallic rub ons, learn to create striking colors on your medallion, then complete with a finishing spray. Sizes vary All Levels Class, prep & material fee $23
WHIMSICAL PINS ANNETTA KRAAYEVELD
Create a fun lapel pin woven on a mold with black ash and lashed with waxed linen. Weave continuously with simple 2/1 twill and embellish with fun season themed buttons. Annetta will have the project on the mold so you can finish it in class. Class kit will have materials for two pins – one will be completed in class. Approx. 1 ¼”x1/2”x1” Intermediate Class, prep & material fee $25
MINI ALGONQUIN JAN SCHMIDT A fun, fast, easy shaped basket. Start with solid woven base,
twine, then come straight up the sides. Triple twine seagrass
then create the handles and shape inward. Handles will be wrapped solid as the student lashes the basket. A cute basket that all your friends will want or want to make. Color will be natural and tan. Approx. 5 ½” x 5 ½” x 4”H All levels Class, prep & material fee $28
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Saturday Classes Per survey requests – All Saturday classes will not break for evening meal. There will be an afternoon snack but feel free to bring your own if you like.
PEACOCK KNOT ANNETTA KRAAYEVELD
Elegant! A splash of color and graceful lines create a display basket! The base is 2/2 twill and sides are woven continuously with a 3/3 twill. After gently shaping from a slight flare to a tight neck, the weaving
changes to four rod wale with a colorful Josephine Knot and peacock feathers to finish in style. Approx. 10 ½”D x 18 ½”H Intermediate/Advanced Class, prep & material fee $65
PLEASE NOTE SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED
-- Pictures not to scale –
Please check sizes given for each basket
CONFETTI DOUBLE WALL BOWL DIANNE GLEIXNER This beautiful double wall is woven on a mold and has the inside wall woven entirely with space dyed reed and the outer wall with natural reed and a few accent rows of space dyed. Techniques include start/stop weaving, twining, chase weaving, triple twining, and learning how to rim a double wall basket. Two color combinations
will be offered. Approx. 12”D x 6”H Intermediate
Class, prep & material fee $55
DO THE WAVE GINA KIEFT
This beautiful and useful double wall basket has techniques – start with a twill base in a play of dyed and natural weavers. Weave the inside wall concentrating on spoke placement and shape. Weave the outside wall working on height adjustments
and learn three rod wale with step-up. The focus is the wave
weave created on the outside wall. Leather handles are added for easy carrying. Gina will contact you for your color choice prior to class. Approx. 12” x 6” x 9”H (16” w/ handle) Intermediate Class, prep & material fee $70
GOURD WITH RANDOM WEAVE MARLA HELTON
This creative class starts on a dyed gourd. Students add spokes – then the fun begins. Selecting from a wide variety of fibers, textures, and colors, students learn to create random weave. Beads, wire, mizuhiki and other do-
dads will be provided to add that “just right” touch to your
creation. A rolled border adds the final touch to this beautiful piece. Feel free to bring any special fibers you may want to incorporate into your weaving. Approx. 7”W x 11”H (will vary) All Levels Class, prep & material fee $63
MARKET OF ELEGANCE JAN SCHMIDT
A little of everything is offered in this basket. Weave a solid woven base, make rounded corners on a square base, then weave the sides with different weaves and top it off with an awesome reverse Gretchen border. A handcarved handle tops it all off. This basket takes patience, but is well worth it. Approx. 9” x 10 1/2” x 6”H (11” w/handle) Advanced Class, prep & material fee $60
PLEASE NOTE SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED -- Pictures not to scale – Please check sizes given for each basket
CATHEAD CATCH ALL Sunday Classes DIANNE GLEIXNER
A striking and useful medium sized basket. Beginning with
open weave square base, students learn to get a round, cathead
shape while triple twining. Sides are woven with continuous
weave creating 3 spirals at the bottom, more triple twining, and
stacked weaving. Leather bushel basket handles are added
before rimming. An assortment of space dyed accent colors
will be available to choose from.
Approx. 5 ½” Square base x 12”D at top x 10” H plus handles
Intermediate Class, prep & material fee $48
SOCK BUCKET GINA KIEFT
Make a useful basket for laundry, blankets, toys, or storage.
Start on a round wood base and end with two round wood handles. Spokes will be glued in place prior to class. A play in your choice of colors that are varying sizes add dimension to the basket. Gina will contact you for your color choice prior to class. Approx. 15”D x 9”H All Levels Class, prep & material fee $65
WISCONSIN WINE BASKET ANNETTA KRAAYEVELD
This little basket is full of fun stuff! ‘Here a little triple twining’ ‘there a little four rod waling’ and then ‘a little five rod waling’ .. all with step ups (this is your chance to really perfect step-up). You will also play with a braid weave – your choice of 3 strand or 4 strand braid. A macramé handle completes the basket. Students will have color choices and weave on a mold. Approx. 4”D x 9”H Intermediate Class, prep & material fee $38
PAPER GOURD WITH COIL WEAVING MARLA HELTON
A fun and relaxed class! This creative class starts with wonderful hand dyed paper. Students rip the paper to create great combinations of color and texture then apply to a gourd using a decoupage technique and dry using a hair dryer. Mizuhiki and waxed linen thread along with some beads will be incorporated onto the outside of the gourd. Holes are drilled around the rim and students coil weave a rim of pine needles. A wide assortment of paper will be provided. Approx. 7” X 4” (will vary) All Levels
Class, prep & material fee $60
TREE-GO-ROUND JAN SCHMIDT
This is a double wall basket off a single slot base. Weave the inside first and then come back and do the outside. Shaping will be stressed. Beads are woven in the outside wall with the wave weave. Evergreen trees are added using reed and are optional. This is a great sized bowl. Approx. 7” Diameter x 3 ½”H Intermediate Class, prep & material fee $45
PLEASE NOTE SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED -- Pictures not to scale – Please check sizes given for each basket
SKILL LEVELS WHAT TO BRING: Intermediate: Students are proficient in basic weaving techniques. They Basic weaving tools, water tub, basketry shears or do not have difficulty setting up bases, twining, completing over/under scissors, several spring clothespins, spray bottle, needle weaves and creating rims using the materials offered in class. Students nose pliers, pencil, tape measure, sharp pocket knife or are ready for new weaving techniques such as twills and ready for more advanced shaping techniques. shaver, sandpaper, towel. Advanced: Students have intermediate weaving techniques down and are ready for challenging aspects of weaving such as intricate patterns, SPECIAL TOOLS LIST: further shaping, and multiple weaves. Annetta Kraayeveld – KWIVR - #20 Tapestry needle All Levels: Weavers of all experience level Whimsical Pins – Please consider bringing your own beading light or magnifier Tau Conference Center building of Jan Schmidt - Tree-go-Round - small packer Winona State University
Dianne Gleixner - Colorful Cathead – large eyed blunt tip needle; Paper Strapping Muffin Basket – sharp reed cutter and good misting spray bottle, plus clear drying white glue; Confetti Double Wall Bowl – quick curing glue will be helpful
Gina Kieft – Dueling Diamonds - small packing tool; Do The Wave – spoke weight
Marla Helton – Handmade Paper covered Gourd with Coil weaving of Pine Needles - if easily available, a cordless drill with 1/16” bit and hairdryer (not required)
DIRECTIONS To Tau Conference Center:
From Hwy 14/61 – turn onto Vila St (Stoplight by Kmart). Go through the 4-way stop and turn left Check out the web site onto Howard (the 2nd left you can take). Go www.weavinwinona.com straight through (past Lourdes Hall) and the Tau for complete information and colored pictures Center will be straight ahead on Hilbert St. If you along with pdf file of the brochure to tell your need directions on the way, call (507) 458-4603. friends to look at. (front desk at Tau Conference Center) Also now on Facebook – (Group)
Weavin’ in Winona Basket Workshop SEE THE WEB SITE FOR COLORED PICTURES & Mail registration form and fee by March 10th for 1st drawing of classes. No membership required. COMPLETE Enclose self-addressed stamped #10 envelope (business sized). INFORMATION– Confirmations mailed around April 15th with class fees due by May 15th. Please make separate www.weavinwinona.com
checks for each class made out to teachers and class name in memo line. No class changes after confirmations mailed. Class times include lunch break and announcements. Classes start at 8:30 a.m. unless noted.
MEET THE TEACHERS FOR WEAVIN’ IN WINONA 2013
Dianne Gleixner Brookfield, WI Email Address: [email protected] Residing in Brookfield, WI, Dianne began weaving baskets in 1987. She enjoys weaving Nantucket style baskets, twills, and anything else with a challenge. She has written and published over 50 patterns and exhibits and sells her baskets at art and crafts shows in communities near her home in Brookfield, WI and online through her Etsy site at www.Etsy.com/shop.DiannesBaskets. Dianne has taught in many states for their local guilds or state organization. In October 2012, one of Dianne's baskets won first place in the Miscellaneous Materials category and the "Viewer’s Choice" awards in the Exhibit Room at the Association of Michigan Basketmakers Convention. In March 2013, a different basket won first place in the Mold Woven category and the "Viewer’s Choice" award in the Exhibit Room at the North Carolina Basketweavers Association Convention. Her web site is www.diannegleixnerbaskets.com
Marla Helton Greencastle, IN Email Address: marlahelton@gmail.,com Marla began exploring unique combinations of mixed media art forms that incorporated weaving techniques with pottery and gourds. In 1990 she began exhibiting at prestigious juried art shows in the Midwest and selling in art galleries. Marla teaches at retreats, conventions and galleries all over the country She has a studio in rural Indiana where she finds inspiration in her surroundings. Marla’s work has been featured in many publications including: Weaving on Gourds, Fine Art Gourds, Coiling on Gourds, New and Different Materials for Weaving and Coiling, Fiber and Gourds, Sunshine Artist and the CraftsReport. In addition she has written numerous articles for books and publications. Visit her website www.serendipitygourdart.com for more information.
Gina Kieft Rothbury, MI Email Address: [email protected] Gina began weaving baskets through the local Community Education classes when her youngest son was a year old. It was a way to get out of the house and be with other women. She loved it from the start! She has been teaching basket classes for 16 years. At this time she has over 90 patterns written and has had works published in two basket magazines. She has won several awards in the exhibit rooms at the AMB Convention and the NCBA Convention. She is happy for the opportunity to teach her love of basketry around the Mid-West and East Coast. Many Girl Scouts have received their weaving merit badges through classes she has taught. She enjoys teaching at the local Art’s Council and Council on Aging as well as private groups. She teaches basket weaving two days a week out of her home studio. She enjoys selling baskets at local art fairs, several local stores, and from the web site: www.ginasbaskets.com Trying new mediums and new techniques is something she enjoys, however twill is her favorite.
Annetta Kraayeveld Beloit, WI Email Address: [email protected] Since devouring Lyn Siler’s “The Basket Book” and begging a first lesson from a local weaver, Annetta has been largely a self taught weaver. This method of learning created a large amount of kindling and some baskets; it also proved that she could weave the pictures in her mind. Annetta considers herself a weaver, a teacher, and a life-long student of basketry. In addition to publishing stacks of patterns, Annetta has been teaching at basketry events and guilds across the USA since 2000. You can view her work at www.prairiewoodbasketry.com
Jan Schmidt Georgetown, TX Email Address: [email protected] Jan comes from a very creative family where she learned the art of basketweaving from her mother. She was an avid quilter and needle worker and finally gave into the craft of basketry in 1990 and has been hooked on it ever since. She has been teaching since 1995 in and around the DFW area as well as US conventions. She loves to come up with unique and challenging ideas that nobody has taught before. You can buy her basket kits and patterns at www.basketsbyjan.net 21st WEAVIN’ IN WINONA BASKET WORKSHOP JUNE 20th, 21st, and 22nd, 2014 Winona State University –Tau Conference Center, 511 Hilbert Street – Winona, MN www.weavinwinona.com You are invited to enjoy a wonderful experience of basket weaving with warm and friendly people at Winona State University in Winona MN. Very talented and experienced teachers have been invited to instruct and share their talents. Come join us for 3, 2, or even 1 day of relaxation and fun! We look forward to seeing you again to renew old friendships, or meeting you for the first time to create new ones.
The workshop will be held at Tau Conference Center, ( http://winona.edu/parking then “Parking Maps” for West Campus). It is located at 511 Hilbert Street. The web site has a map and driving directions. Contact Deb if you need a printed map. We will again be in the Rotunda Room, a first floor large round room with lots of windows and plenty of room for classes and store area. Overnights will be available either at the newly built dorms - New Center - on the corner of Huff St & Mark St or East Lake Apartments – corner of Franklin and Sarnia. They are a both a short drive from the Tau Center. Both have suites with 4 separate bedrooms. You may want to bring your own radio, alarm clock, TV, or extra towels if you want them. We hope to know by the time of confirmations as to which rooms we will have. Check-in times will be sent to you when confirmations are mailed. We will be offering lunches at the Tau Center, or there are several area fast food chains and restaurants to visit. Area hotels are listed below if you prefer those accommodations. You are encouraged to make your registration early – there are several other area events during our timeframe.
Registration is by mail only. All registrations postmarked by March 10th will be opened in random order and placed on the class list with confirmations mailed about April 15th. Please give as many 2nd and 3rd choices for classes as possible that you are interested in taking. Those postmarked after March 10th will be placed on the class list as they are received. Deadline for registrations is June 1st. Feel free to call Deb Mather 507-451-8571, or email [email protected] for availability of classes or any information needed. Each person is required to have a separate registration form.
**DEPOSIT Registration Fee is due when mailing your registration. There is no separate membership required.
CONFIRMATIONS will be sent to you about April 15th with CLASS FEES due by May 15th. Class fees: Please send separate checks for each class made out to the teachers. Please indicate class name on memo line of the check. Checks for lodging are made out to Weavin’ in Winona and also due by May 15th.
AREA HOTELS: Please make your reservation early as there are several other events that weekend in town. Blocks of rooms have been reserved at Riverport Inn & Suites 507-452-0606– Group code BSKTWE (2 queen 99.99 weekday; 119.99 weekend +tax) Rooms are released 5/19. Some other area hotels are: Holiday Inn Express 507-474-1700, Plaza Hotel (formerly Holiday Inn) 507-453-0303, AmericInn 507-457-0249, Days Inn 507-454-6930; Nichols Inn (Super 8) 507-454-6066 The Winona Chamber web site www.visitwinona.com has a list of Campgrounds, Bed & Breakfasts, and Cabins as well.
If you are unable to attend this year but would like to receive further information, please detach and return to: Deb Mather, 2075 Edgewood Dr NE, Owatonna MN 55060 or email me at [email protected] The complete information will be available for print from the web site – www.weavinwinona.com I will email you when all is updated. If you don’t have email, please indicate your address. . Name ______Email Address ______
st 21 WEAVIN’ IN WINONA REGISTRATION Registrations postmarked by MARCH 10th will be in random FORM BASKET WORKSHOP www.weavinwinona.com drawing for 1st choice of classes. JUNE 20th, 21st, and 22nd, 2014 Winona State University – Tau Conference Center ___ Check if this is your 1st time attending 511 Hilbert Street, Winona, MN
NAME ______PHONE # DAY______EVENING______ADDRESS______CITY______STATE ______ZIP______E-MAIL______CELL # ______CLASS 1ST CHOICE 2ND CHOICE 3RD CHOICE FRI ______FRI EVE ______SAT ______SUN ______Please list as many class choices as you can that you are willing to take for each day. Please do NOT list any class you are not willing to take!! Listing only one class does not guarantee your placement in that class. Once you are confirmed in a class you may not switch it for another class. REGISTRATION FEE: MEALS Fri Sat Sun Fri lunch – Chicken Salad Croissants Non-refundable Sat lunch – Taco Salad (No membership required) Sun lunch – Baked Potato & Salad Bar Lunch $10.00 ______2 or 3 days of Workshop $110 Price includes tax, and gratuity 1 days of Workshop $65 Extras, Drinks and Desserts included Please indicate if special dietary needs: with meals ______
Coffee, water & pop will be available during the workshop for a small fee or you may bring your own. Registration fee $______Meals Due $ ______Total Due With Registration Form $______Please send check or money order made out to Weavin’ in Winona and enclose a #10 sized stamped self-addressed envelope for mailing confirmations. Your check will be your receipt.
Confirmations will be mailed around April 15th. No class changes will be allowed after confirmations are received. Class fees will be due by May 15th with separate checks being made out for each class to the teacher, indicating class name on memo line of your check.
LODGING will be available at Winona State New Center Res Hall – corner of Huff St. and Mark St. OR East Lake Apartments – corner of Sarnia & Franklin. We should know by the time of confirmations which facility we will be using. Each option has 4 separate bedrooms to a suite Included is 1 set of towels and linens. Feel free to bring others if you’d like them. This is a Smoke & Alcohol Free Campus
THERE IS A MAX OF 4 PEOPLE PER SUITE – Cost is $30 per person. We will assign as many 4 persons to a suite as possible. If you are planning to room with friends please indicate their names, and if you don’t know of others staying overnight, I will match you up with someone. Check-in times and directions will be sent with confirmations.
List roommate(s) ______Area hotels are listed on previous. Thursday Night $______page if you prefer those accommodations. Friday Night $ ______Saturday Night $ ______Lodging total amount due by May 15th $ ______Rooms are limited After May 15th, room costs are refundable only if there is someone who is available to take your place.
Signature of applicant: ______Date: ______Please make checks out to: Weavin’ in Winona Mail to: Deb Mather - 2075 Edgewood Dr NE -Owatonna MN 55060 If questions, email: [email protected] or call. Phone: 507-451-8571 Cell: 507-456-6532