Twined Basket Workshop :: August 24, 2026
Update: This workshop is full. If you would like to get on the waitlist, please fill out the contact form here.
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Twining is a versatile weaving technique that is rooted in ancient history and can be found in craft traditions the world over. In this workshop, we'll make a twined vessel using a variety of natural materials including reed, kudzu and plants from the garden.
This is an introductory class and is well suited for folks who are new to basketmaking or for folks who are interested in how to incorporate locally available plants into their current basket practice.
This workshop includes a sliding scale ticket option. If you can afford to pay the full price for this experience, please do. If you need a discounted ticket price to be able to attend, you can self select the price that best fits your ability to pay. This workshop is limited to 6 participants and there is one ticket available each for the $85 and $65 options.
INVESTMENT: $100 or a sliding scale option of $85 and $65, all include the cost of materials.
DATE AND TIME: Monday, Aug. 24, 10am - 2:30pm
LOCATION: Catalyst Fiber Workshop
1695 Charlotte Hwy
Fairview, NC 28730
Catalyst Fiber Workshop is community fiber arts studio providing looms and related fiber arts equipment for artists. CFW offers resident artist studio space, monthly studio access, workshops, and community craft days.
REGISTRATION: Registration closes on Friday, Aug. 21st at midnight.
ACCESSIBILITY: Catalyst Fiber Workshop is located 20 minutes southeast of downtown Asheville in Fairview, NC. The studio is accessed by a door with a 3 inch step up. The main studio is on the first floor along with the rest room and kitchen area. There is also a workshop space up a flight of wide stairs.
This workshop is scheduled to take place downstairs in the kitchen area. Please let us know if you have accessibility needs and we will make accommodations within our means.
Parking is adjacent to the studio, to the far left of the building in a grass/gravel area. Cars need to double park in order to reach our 7 car capacity. In addition, there is one parking spot along the front of the building that can be used if folks need easier access inside the building.
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CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations made 22 days or more before the scheduled class date will receive a full refund minus processing fees.
Cancellations made less than 2 weeks before the scheduled class date will be eligible a refund minus processing fees only if someone from the waitlist is able to fill your spot. Otherwise, you will receive a 50% refund or you can transfer your registration to a future workshop within the calendar year.
Cancellations made 7 days or less before the workshop are not eligible for a refund.
I will do my best to accommodate you should unexpected circumstances arise. Please contact me directly with as much notice as possible if you determine that you need to cancel.