Willow Gathering Basket Class

$285.00

May 31 – June 1 | 9 AM – 5 PM | Long Table Farm

Willow Gathering Basket: Round or Oval Basket with Handle 

Join us for a two-day, hands-on workshop with skilled artisans Eli and Ben Goodwin. You’ll learn the traditional craft of weaving a round or oval basket, with the option to add a sturdy handle for a gathering-style basket. These beautifully crafted baskets are perfect for harvesting, storage, or everyday use.

Students will be guided through the construction of a round or oval base and a variety of weaving techniques, including: French randing, English randing, Waling, Twining, a 4-rod behind 2 border or a simple track border. For those choosing to make a gathering basket, an additional lesson on crafting a sturdy handle will be provided. Techniques can be modified to accommodate different skill levels.

Important Considerations:
Willow weaving is a hands-on craft that can be both engaging and physically demanding. If this is your first time with stake and strand weaving, be prepared for a challenge—but also for a rewarding experience! This class might be challenging for you if you have any difficulties with hand mobility or strength. First-time weavers are welcome, our instructors will guide you through the process, and adjustments can be made to support different skill levels.

The first two images show the Gathering Basket you’ll learn to make in the class. The others highlight some of Eli and Ben’s beautiful basketry in various styles.

Stay With Us
Camping option is available onsite—just bring your own tent and gear, and let us know when you register.

Ready to weave your own? Join us for a weekend of practical skill-building and creativity!

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About the Instructors

We’re Ben and Eli Goodwin: two brothers with a shared love of art, craftsmanship, and the outdoors. We grow our own willow on a small farm in the Oregon Coast Range and enjoy sharing willow basketry with other craft enthusiasts. Please see more about us, including a gallery of some of our work at Volehaven.

Class Details
Class will be held outside and in our open, outdoor kitchen at Long Table Farm. This class is a great opportunity to learn, create, and enjoy a hands-on experience in a beautiful setting.

Students bring:
Hand pruners
Sharp knife. Fixed blade or locking
Bodkin (like a giant awl) We have wood ones that can be borrowed for class but metal is better.
Ruler and/or measuring tape
Large towel
Lunch & beverage

Date: May 31 – June 1, 2025

Start time: 9:00 a.m.

End time: 5:00 p.m.

Venue: Long Table Farm – 89242 Fir Butte Rd, Eugene, OR 97402

Pre-registration is required- don’t miss this opportunity to learn in this hands-on basketry class!

Cancellation Policy- Materials will be prepared and harvested specifically for registrants. Refunds will not be offered for this class, however, you may send a friend in your place if you’re unable to attend. If a class needs to be canceled due to a natural disaster, public health crisis, or other act of nature that will prevent the class from being safely completed, then the attendee that made the booking is eligible to collect a full refund or credit for a future class at Long Table Farm.
Please contact us with any questions regarding this upcoming class!

 

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