Willow Fest Northwest 2025
Note: All classes for Willow Fest Northwest 2025 are full, and the waiting list is closed.
Willow Fest Northwest is dedicated to sharing the craft, techniques, traditions, and art of willow basketry. We strive to deepen the relationship between willow and weavers by offering an immersive experience with high-quality instruction and Northwest grown material.
Willow Fest Northwest 2025 brings together world-class instructors in an immersive class format to provide a welcoming, in-depth weaving opportunity. You will take one class over three days surrounded by the laughter and joy of other willow enthusiasts. Each class will be limited in size to ensure an optimal learning environment where you can build on your prior willow weaving experience. Share your love of willow with classmates over lunch each day (BYO). You will have evenings on your own to explore the greater Seattle area, gather with new friends, or rest up for continuing your project the next morning.
Dates and times: Friday, November 7, through Sunday, November 9, 2025. 9 am - 6 pm PT, each day.
Location – Sammamish Valley Grange #286, Woodinville, WA
Three days immersed in weaving under the guidance of master willow weavers:
– Carol Horvath. To read Carol’s bio, click here.
More about Willow Fest Northwest 2025
Master-level instructors
Immersive class format (low headcount, three days on one project)
“Willow only” focus
Camaraderie with other willow enthusiasts
Opportunity to build on your willow weaving skills
Lodging is not included. Options for you to explore include Airbnb, VRBO, and local hotels. A private home-stay may be an option but not guaranteed. Feel free to contact Erin Cox at WillowFestNW@gmail.com if you have regional/location questions.
This event is sponsored by the Columbia Basin Basketry Guild and the Northwest Basket Weavers, Vi Phillips Basketry Guild for their members.
Contact email: WillowFestNW@gmail.com
You can find Willow Fest Northwest on Facebook and on Instagram (@willowfestnorthwest)