Basket Weaving:
Market Basket
with Theresa Trebon
Sat. April 25th
This is part 2 of a 3 part series.
Each class on a Saturday, 10a - 4pm.
Dessert provided.
Admission to the Shaker Cheese Basket Workshop on May 16th only.
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 2 of 3: Market Basket
In this workshop, you’ll weave a Market Basket: a sturdy, functional form designed for everyday use. This basket introduces classic basketry techniques that build confidence and fluency with materials, structure, and form. As the basket takes shape, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how strength, balance, and beauty come together in a well-made piece.
The workshop is guided by Theresa, who has been teaching basketry for over forty years. Her experience includes teaching at the beloved Basketry School in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood, along with decades of community-based education rooted in traditional methods and thoughtful instruction.
This workshop is well-suited for those with some familiarity with basketry, as well as makers who feel ready to work with more involved forms and techniques. Theresa offers clear guidance in a calm, focused environment that supports learning through practice.
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, each 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