Date and time: Sunday January 25, 2026. 9am – 5:30pm PST
Location: Multnomah Arts Center (7688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR), Room TBD
Cost: $63 (includes $18 guild fee and $45 materials fees)
Instructor: Diane Shingledecker
Student Skill Level: All Levels
Number of Students: 12
Supplies Needed: Gorilla Super Glue Gel, packing tool, spoke tucker (optional), mini flathead screwdriver or tapestry needle, sturdy scissors, and small spring clamps
Description: Create this unique wooden-based reed tote with leather handles & one-of-a-kind painted paper accents. We’ll begin by gluing flat reed spokes into a slotted wood base. A wide variety of paper choices will be available for you to select from, along with brown, black or navy leather handles. This is a great tote for carrying your lunch or basket weaving supplies in style!
In this class, you will learn how to: use a slotted wooden base, twine, weave with flat reed and paper strips, cut and tuck spokes, and finish a basket with a lashed rim.
Register online by clicking ‘add to cart’ below,. and filling out any forms that pop up.
This class is intended for Guild members only; if you are not a Guild member, but would like to become one, click here.
The last day to register or receive a full refund is January 15, 2026. When the class fills, we will start a waiting list; to be added, email the name of the class with your phone number to ColumbiaBasinBasketryGuild@gmail.com