Joan is back with a unique weaving project, a bird’s nest basket.
Finding a bird’s nest in a tree or on the ground is always magical. There is a legend that if you find a bird’s nest in your Christmas tree, you will have a year of health, wealth and happiness. In another legend, after the passing of a loved one, it is said that their spirit visits in the form of a cardinal. This nest is lovely for decorating or as a lovely Christmas or bereavement gift. Lovely cards will be provided for both occasions. No experience necessary.
Joan Betzold, a basket weaver and weaving teacher for over 30 years, attends 40+ art, folk art, colonial, fiber and gardening shows a year. She has been honored as the Featured Artist at several nationally recognized shows. Joan designs, dyes the fibers, and weaves her original baskets using centuries old techniques without nails, glue, staples or molds. She is well known for her award winning custom designs as well as unusual baskets incorporating vintage tools, kitchen items, antlers, or a treasured piece from a loved one. She teaches weaving at many local museums as well as privately. For several years she has been asked to serve as the basket weaving judge at the Maryland State Fair. Learn more: http://www.
TERMS and CONDITIONS: Open to adults and older teens. Because individual material kits are purchased and prepared for each student, cancellations will incur a $40 processing fee. Cancellations not accepted within a week of the course date. Every student will need to bring a basin or bucket that will hold 2 gallons, spray bottle for water, an old towel, 12 large clip-type clothes pins, a sharpened pencil, a measuring tape, a brick or something heavy wrapped in plastic wrap, and a pocket knife. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. You may bring lunch or snacks and water.
