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Learn the basic art of basketry in this course for beginners. Historically, any basket with a flat bottom, either square or rectangular has been broadly classified as a utility basket. 
In this course, the participant will be guided step by step through each stage of the basket-making process while creating a square market basket measuring approximately 8” x 8”, using rattan reed. The participant will learn various weaving techniques that will help gain the knowledge needed to continue with this craft. 
A separate $20 material fee will be collected by the instructor at the beginning of the class.

Date: January 10, 2026

Time: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Burr House Spinners and Weavers Guild 

528 Carrville Road , Richmond Hill 

Fee $65 ( guild members) $80 (non-members) 
Instructor:  Michelle Zikovitz 

Visit  https://burrhousefibrearts.org/2020/01/02/basket-weaving-for-beginners-2/

Applications are open for the Coldwater Studio Tour, June 20 & 21, 2026.

Important dates: The early bird application deadline is January 31, 2026, and the final application deadline is February 28, 2026. Go to coldwatertour.com to apply.

The tour is open to artists of all disciplines. If you’re not local to Coldwater, Ontario, we will provide you with space to display your artwork at one of our village locations. There is a jury process for new artists, but we try to make it easy. Feel free to reach out with questions, and please share this post with anyone who might be interested.