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SEASONAL WORKSHOPS 2024
(2) WHAT TO USE IN THE GARDEN to make useful basketry projects for the garden - Saturday, June 15
This workshop is for anyone interested in learning what to use with a hands-on learning experience to make useful items for the garden.
The day will start by discussing what plant materials are useful in the garden and what can be made from them, like supports, trellises or fences.
A mini project will be made to experience handling materials from the garden.
The Lanark Highlands Basketry Museum is offering six workshops this season all associated with using seasonal local natural materials. Each half-day workshop will include a talk, followed by a mini workshop.
(1) WHAT TO GROW IN A GARDEN FOR BASKETRY - Saturday, May 25
This workshop is for anyone interested in learning about growing useful plants for basketry in a garden.
The day will start with a discussion about the various plants and trees that can be grown in the garden for basketry. We will then tour Ankaret’s garden and share ideas on where and how to plant them and plant propagation.
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(3) HOW TO MAKE A SMALL WILLOW LANTERN - Saturday, July 6
Come learn the techniques for making a small willow lantern using willow and waterproof tissue paper.
Please bring garden clippers and masking tape. After registering, instructions for an LED light will be sent.
(4) THE MANY USES OF CATTAILS AND RUSHES - Saturday, August 10
Cattails and rushes are plentiful at this time of the year. We will discuss collecting, drying, and storing. The technique of chess seating will be demonstrated as well as the technique for making ducks.
I cannot provide sufficient materials to complete the seating but you can get a handle on it by starting the first few rounds.
(5) CORNHUSKS - Saturday, September 14
This is the perfect time to collect cornhusks. They have many uses including braiding and coiling, and making dolls.
(6) FUN WITH GRAPEVINE - Saturday, October 19
Lots of ideas for using grapevine, including baskets, wreaths and sculptures.
Materials and handouts will be provided.
Relevant examples from the museum will referenced.
All workshops are facilitated by Ankaret Dean.
Classes will be held on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
The Lanark Highland Basketry Museum 5596 McDonalds Corners Rd
$50 per workshop or 3 for $125
For people 12 and older.
Advanced registration is required.
A list of tools will be sent after registering.
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