On the fifth day of our March Zoom-In 2026 event, we will be offering the choice of two classes: Dream Catcher in a Gourd with Pine Needle Rim, and Small Sally-type Bag (this is a 2-day class). Please note, you may only take one of these two classes; the timeline of them overlaps. Zoom-In classes are open to both Guild members and non-members. Click here to register for Small Sally-type Bag class, or scroll down to register for the Gourd with Pine Needle Rim class.
Date and time: Saturday, March 28, 2026. 8:30am - 5:30pm PST
Location: Online via Zoom; registrants will be sent a link via email prior to the class.
Cost: $119 (includes: $64 class fee and $55materials fee + shipping)
Number of students: 12
Instructor: Jane Wilson
Student skill level: All
Tools needed for class: Drill, scissors, pencil, personal light is recommended. We strongly encourage you to have a second (smartphone) camera over your workspace for demonstration, questions, and problem solving. This greatly aids the instructor, as well as helping you. You can use the DIY camera stand linked here.
Description: This class teaches how to weave a dreamcatcher using a knotless netting technique onto a circular cut in a hard-shell gourd. Beads around the edge of the dreamcatcher will be optional. The gourd rim will be finished by weaving dyed pine needle around the rim, caps attached. Participants receive a pre-cut gourd painted in their selected color, glycerin treated pine needle, waxed linen thread, tiger tape, butterfly charm, drill bit, and needles with step-by-step color photo instructions. Your finished piece will be 6′′H x 6′′W x 6′′D.
Colors offered:
Red and Black
Coral and Rust
Turquoise and Teal
Antique Bronze and Black
You will be asked to choose a color when you check out.
Register online by clicking “add to cart” below.
The last day to register or to get a refund is Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
If the class fills, and you would like to be put on the wait list, email ColumbiaBasinBasketryGuild@gmail.com before February 10, 2026.