Open Weaving Time

You are welcome to come to the shop with your weaving projects any day there is no class scheduled.  We are open every Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  Check the class schedule or call 405-356-2224 to see when the classroom is open.

Class Registration:

A deposit of 50% of the class fee is required at the time of registration.  

For classes with visiting instructors, a deposit of 100% of the class fee will be required by the posted deadline, UNLESS OTHER INSTRUCTIONS ARE GIVEN IN THE CLASS DESCRIPTIONS.  This information will be included in the class information as applicable.

We ask that you sign up two weeks prior to class date, unless a registration deadline is noted.  This gives us ample time to prepare class materials for you.

We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover so you can register by phone.  If you prefer to pay with a check, we will hold your place in class for one week to allow you to get your check to us.

Class Cancellation Policy:

If you need to cancel, we must be notified no later that 2 weeks before the class in order for you to receive a refund.  If you paid 100% of the class fee at the time of registration and need to cancel after the deadline, you will receive a refund of half the class price or receive the class basket kit or you can make up the class on an open weave day. 

For classes with visiting instructors, your class fee less $25.00 will be refunded if your cancellation is received no later than 2 weeks prior to the scheduled class. 

Skill Level Definitions:

Beginner:  A beginner level student has never made baskets or this style of basketry before.

Intermediate:  An intermediate level student has some knowledge of basket making, but still needs some direction for more difficult projects.

Advanced:  An advanced level student is someone that has achieved a greater ability of basket making, and is capable of creating most styles of baskets with minimal direction from the instructor.

Call 405-356-2224 or email to reserve your place in class.

Class schedule

2010

August 5, 6, and 7 - Missouri Basketweavers Guild Convention, St. Louis, MO

November 5, 6 and 7 - BasketWeavers Guild of Oklahoma Weavers Weekend, Hinton, OK

2011

March 2011 - Billy Owens at Oklahoma Basket Supply

April 2011 - Flo Hoppe at Oklahoma Basket Supply

April 14, 15 and 16 - Stateline Friends Weaving Retreat, Richmond, IN

April 30, May 1- Misti Washington Gourd & Basket Guild, Encinitas, CA

"Create Your Own Class Schedule"

Just pick one of the classes you see below and then call the shop to see when a class time is open.

Registering for a "Create Your Own Class" is the same procedure as any previous classes.  Pick your basket, pick your date and call us to schedule.  You will need to send at least 50% of class fee when you register and give us 2 weeks notice prior to your chosen date.  See the registration policy at the bottom of this page.

Class #1 Beginning Double Wall Basket

Instructor:  Marcia Balleweg

Open for "CREATE YOUR OWN CLASS SCHEDULE"

Class will be 12 noon to 5:00 pm

Cost:  $32

Weaving level:  Advanced beginner

Learn to weave a double wall basket.  In this session, we will learn the basics of double wall basketry as the Cherokees weave these baskets.

Class #2  Learn to "Put A Lid on It!"

Instructor:  Marcia Balleweg

Open for "CREATE YOUR OWN CLASS SCHEDULE"

Class will be 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Cost:  $48

Weaving level:  Advanced beginner. 

Must have basic double wall experience.

Design your own doublewall basket!

In Class #3, learn to embellish your basket.

Shown below are samples of various rimming techniques and outer wall designs.

Each student will design their own doublewall basket.

Instructor:  Marcia Balleweg

Open for "CREATE YOUR OWN CLASS SCHEDULE"

Class will be 10:00 am to 5:30 pm

Cost:  $48

Weaving level: Intermediate.  Must have double wall experience.

These are samples of what you can do with a doublewall basket.

Beginner Classes

These classes are $20.00 each or $60.00 if purchased as a package. 

Beginner’s classes are easily arranged by appointment just as the "Create your own Class" is described above. 

Call or email to arrange a schedule.

Napkin Basket This cute basket would look great made in a color to match your kitchen.  This is a good basket to start with in learning to weave.	Fruit Basket The Fruit Basket has a round bottom and wrapped handles to continue your learning of different basketweaving techniques.
Spoon Holder This useful basket is made on a round wooden base.  You will learn continuous weaving and triple twining.	Bread Basket The bread basket builds  on the skills you learned in  making the Napkin Basket.  You will also learn a filled base and additional forms of twining.