Basket Weaving:
Appalachian Egg Basket
with Theresa Trebon
Sat. March 21st
This is a series of 3 classes you can buy individually or bundle + save for all 3.
Each class on a Saturday, 10a - 4pm.
Dessert provided.
Highlights
Under 14 with parent or legal guardian
In person
Free parking
Refunds
Refunds up to 7 days before event, just email us
Welcome to our Spring Basket Weaving Series at Tyee Arts.
Workshop 1 of 3: Appalachian Twin-Bottom Egg Basket
Come learn to weave a beautiful creation: the Appalachian Twin-Bottomed Egg Basket. This basket, originally designed to fit over a woman’s hips or a horse’s back, was structured to hold eggs in secure lobes to get them safely to market. It is the perfect basket for first-time weavers as it’s woven from the top down, bypassing the need to weave a rim. The basket is easily adapted to become a Melon Basket, perfect for Easter Egg hunts for children.
This spring, join us at Tyee Arts for a three-part basket weaving series rooted in traditional forms and everyday function. These hands-on workshops invite you to slow down, work with natural materials, and create baskets designed to be used and lived with.
Across the season, you’ll learn classic weaving techniques while making functional forms once used for gathering, carrying, and serving daily life. Each workshop stands on its own, while the full series offers a chance to build skills, confidence, and fluency with the craft and community!
Come for one, or commit to the full arc of learning. Either way, you’ll leave with a handmade basket, new skills, and a deeper connection to a craft that has supported human life for generations.
Workshop Details
Three full-day workshops, 10 am to 4 pm
Come for one or commit to the full series
$145 per workshop, or $400 for the full 3-class series
What to Bring:
5 Gallon Bucket
Bath size Towel
Garden Clippers
Awl
Clothespins ~5
Heavy weight: a brick or sadiron or find rocks on the land
Frequently Asked Questions
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Please refer to the workshop description and the emails sent prior to the event for any specific items you may be asked to bring.
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Absolutely! No prior experience necessary, just bring your curiosity and willingness to experiment!
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Yes! The venue is wheelchair accessible. If you have specific needs, please reach out so we can accommodate.
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Refreshments and/or snack will be provided. We recommend bringing a water bottle and your own lunch. If you'd like to grab something before or after class, there are cafes and restaurants in Conway and Mount Vernon, about 15 minutes away, including the infamous Skagit Valley Co-op!
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Refunds are available up to 7 days before the workshop, minus fees + taxes, which are nonrefundable. After that, refund requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Tyee Arts strives to be a welcoming and inclusive space where all are valued and respected. We honor diversity and strive to create a safe, supportive environment for creativity, connection, and learning. Everyone is invited to feel at home in a community rooted in kindness, curiosity, and shared experiences.
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Please email our Administrative Alchemist: info@tyeearts.com