Workshop dates are released on a rolling basis. Typically one quarter at a time. Be sure to subscribe for email announcements so you don’t miss out.
Past Workshops…
Workshop dates are released on a rolling basis. Typically one quarter at a time. Be sure to subscribe for email announcements so you don’t miss out.
Make a one-of-a-kind ribbed berry basket while getting to know wonderful weave-able plants that thrive in the PNW.
Treat yourself to one evening a week and explore a new lifelong craft - pine needle coil basketry. Once you start, your imagination is the limit.
Create a one-of-a-kind wild wrapped glass vessel for your home - or to give as a gift. Explore different leaves, stems and barks. No experience needed. Great first basket weaving workshop!
Bulrush, tule or schoenoplectus sp…whatever you call it, I love it! Learn to plait and twine with this wonderful native plant and make a sturdy little basket.
Celebrate the colors of willow with this Earth-kind custom bracelet. Bold, unique and Earth-friendly! Made with all natural biodegradable materials - no plastic, metal, or glue. Made to fit.
Let’s explore some of the wonderful plants we can grow and gather here in the PNW for weaving and wild crafts. Get an introduction to some of my favorite weave-able plants with show & tell about basketry techniques that can help you turn those plants into wonderful natural creations.
Every good wild crafter should know how to make cordage - this is your crash course! So many great plants to try out too.
Make a one-of-a-kind ribbed berry basket while getting to know wonderful weave-able plants that thrive in the PNW.
It’s time to make some tiny baskets. You love them. I love them. Join a monthly mystery mini basket workshop! Each month we will explore different weaving materials and techniques. A fun way to unwind from a long day and to have a little mystery in your life. The exact materials, techniques & basket will be shared in class.
Every good wild crafter should know how to make cordage - this is your crash course! So many great plants to try out too.
SPECIAL WORKSHOP: In the summer of 2025, I traveled to Minnesota to learn from and gather with a wonderful birch bark weaver (Beth Homa-Kraus). I was lucky enough to bring back some fabulous bark and I want to share it with you!
Let’s make a hanging basket that includes key skills to help you on your way to a willow basket. Great beginner project - easy on the hands.
Let’s make a hanging basket that includes key skills to help you on your way to a willow basket. Great beginner project - easy on the hands.
Every good wild crafter should know how to make cordage - this is your crash course! So many great plants to try out too.
SPECIAL WORKSHOP: In the summer of 2025, I traveled to Minnesota to learn from and gather with a wonderful birch bark weaver (Beth Homa-Kraus). I was lucky enough to bring back some fabulous bark and I want to share it with you!
It’s time to make some tiny baskets. You love them. I love them. Join a monthly mystery mini basket workshop! Each month we will explore different weaving materials and techniques. A fun way to unwind from a long day and to have a little mystery in your life. The exact materials, techniques & basket will be shared in class.
WEEKDAY TRIAL WORKSHOP: Adding a new fun basket to the mix. Come make a goodie basket!
Come explore knotless netting and set the groundwork for your own flexible, expandable pouch from plant fibers.
Treat yourself to one evening a week and explore a new lifelong craft - pine needle coil basketry. Once you start, your imagination is the limit.
Now is the season to gather willow bark. Come learn how to harvest, peel, and cut willow bark. Spend an afternoon on the farm! SKILLS WORKSHOP
Zarzo baskets are back! Join a small group at 21 Acres in Woodinville to explore this voluptuous Spanish basket.
A traditional English willow craft - willow swallows - offer a glimpse into willow weaving. Exploring the strength and flexibility of willow while making a whimsical craft. No experience needed.
A traditional English willow craft - willow swallows - offer a glimpse into willow weaving. Exploring the strength and flexibility of willow while making a whimsical craft. No experience needed.
WEEKDAY WORKSHOP: Create a one-of-a-kind wild wrapped glass vessel for your home - or to give as a gift. Explore different leaves, stems and barks. No experience needed. Great first basket weaving workshop!
Explore some of my local favorites to make this artistic leaf-sharped tray or wall hanging. Learn a bit about ribbed basketry and a lot about local plants.
WEEKDAY TRIAL WORKSHOP: Adding a new fun basket to the mix. Come make a goodie basket!
It’s time to make some tiny baskets. You love them. I love them. Join a monthly mystery mini basket workshop! Each month we will explore different weaving materials and techniques. A fun way to unwind from a long day and to have a little mystery in your life. The exact materials, techniques & basket will be shared in class.
Every good wild crafter should know how to make cordage - this is your crash course! So many great plants to try out too.
Past Workshops…
With spring in the air, it’s time to start thinking about bark gathering season. Come learn how to turn willow bark into a wearable reminder of how flexible, tenacious, and resilient you are!
Create a one-of-a-kind wild wrapped glass vessel for your home - or to give as a gift. Explore different leaves, stems and barks. No experience needed. Great first basket weaving workshop!
The days are getting longer and the cattails are sprouting for a new season. Let’s get a jump on summer and weave a cattail sunhat in Bellingham!
A traditional English willow craft - willow swallows - offer a glimpse into willow weaving. Exploring the strength and flexibility of willow while making a whimsical craft. No experience needed.
Now is the perfect time to create with fresh willow (Salix sp.) and native red twig dogwood (Cornus sericea). Annual pruning of colorful stems encourages a brighter display of color next year. So let’s make use of some vibrant twigs!
Learn to wrap your plants in the strong embrace of willow! Make a woven willow plant support just like in a picturesque British garden. Perfect for peonies and superior support for snapdragons.
Learn to wrap your plants in the strong embrace of willow! Make a woven willow plant support just like in a picturesque British garden. Perfect for peonies and superior support for snapdragons.
Learn how to weave willow stars. You’ll take home a 16 inch AND 20 inch star for decorating your home or garden. Don’t have willow? We can explore other harvest-ables you could use. Ages 12+ with adult
Whether you are interested in weaving a willow basket, growing willow as a crop, leveraging willow for a restoration project, or adding winter color to your home garden - W.O.W. will have something for you.
Make a truly PNW basket using native Pacific trailing blackberry - Rubus ursinus - that you harvested yourself! This workshop includes a harvest event in February and a full day of weaving in March.
Celebrate love! Come make bulrush hearts to brighten your home. All natural, 100% biodegradable. Kiddo-friendly - for ages 8 and up!
Celebrate love! Come make bulrush hearts to brighten your home. All natural, 100% biodegradable. Kiddo-friendly - for ages 8 and up!
Every good wild crafter should know how to make cordage - this is your crash course! So many great plants to try out too.
Learn the basics of broom making! We’ll be working with locally gathered Ponderosa pine needles - a plentiful resource. But that’s only ONE of many natural fiber you can use to make brooms. Come catch the broom bug!
Want to take a fresh look at your garden? Join a FREE Garden Talk with Christopher Cox of Willows End Garden Nursery at 21 Acres in Woodinville, WA.
Let’s make a gorgeous large rib-style willow basket. We’ll work with both fresh and rehydrated willow to give lots of color. You can choose to have a handled basket or a bowl.
Now is the perfect time to create with fresh willow (Salix sp.) and native red twig dogwood (Cornus sericea). Annual pruning of colorful stems encourages a brighter display of color next year. So let’s make use of some vibrant twigs!
Let’s make a hanging basket that includes key skills to help you on your way to a willow basket. Great beginner project - easy on the hands.
SPECIAL WILLOW OFFERING: Join one of 2 semi-private workshops to make a willow Zarzo basket (traditionally from Spain). The workshop will be offered twice - 3 hours per session, 2 students per session.
Deck the halls with REINDEER! Come make these adorable little willow reindeer ornaments. Minimum age: 12 years old with accompanying paid adult.
Feels like the time of year to add some festive wintery decor…what’s better than garland and pinecones? How about pinecone garland???!!! With bonus bulrush stars! Minimum age for this workshop is 8…an evening out with your favorite kiddo.
It’s the time of year that red twig dogwood can really shine! As the leaves drop their glorious rich red stems come out. We’ll turn those flexible long stems of 1st year growth into a vibrant winter decoration.
SPECIAL GUEST TEACHER: Maria Ochoa Vazquez - This winter wreath workshop promises a hands-on, creative experience that captures the season’s spirit with delight and joy!
Deck the halls with REINDEER! Come make these adorable little willow reindeer ornaments. Minimum age: 12 years old with accompanying paid adult.
Feels like the time of year to add some festive wintery decor…what’s better than garland and pinecones? How about pinecone garland???!!! With bonus bulrush stars! Minimum age for this workshop is 8…an evening out with your favorite kiddo.
Come support local makers this November at the 1st Annual Greenhouse Winter Market…including yours truly. Click to see photos of what I’m packing up for sale.
Work with willow, wisteria, cordage, bark and more - let your imagination run wild. Using a random weave technique we’ll create a framework to show off all you natural treasures.
Inspired by macrame, come play with shredded cattail to make an all natural art piece for your home. With access to my ever growing collection of dried flowers, seedpods and other goodies for decorating! Age minimum: 12
Feels like the time of year to add some festive wintery decor…what’s better than garland and pinecones? How about pinecone garland???!!! With bonus bulrush stars! Minimum age for this workshop is 8…a great weekend outing for you and your favorite kiddo!
