Fiber Arts
Willow Tray Sampler
Choose from an array of designs to weave serving trays made with willow.
Member$335.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$404.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Sat, 4/11/2026 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sun, 4/12/2026 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat, 4/11/2026 - Sun, 4/12/2026
About
Because of its pliability and durability, willow is an ideal material for making baskets and other functional and decorative objects. You'll choose from an array of designs to make as many serving trays as time allows, typically three to four.
- A woven leaf or boat-shaped tray with optional legs and handle.
- A flat, woven square with an arched handle tied with a willow "eye."
- A sturdy round tension tray in larger willows.
- A curvy, interlaced tension tray in the style of Zarzo baskets, which originated in northern Spain.
You'll be able to add touches of cherry, maple, or willow bark for adornment.
Trays measure approximately 12 by 24 inches.
Materials
A $60 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers all the supplies needed for this project.
Class Policies
Ages 14 and up are welcome.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Fill out the Accommodation Request Form before any class for which you require an accommodation. Email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org if you have any questions.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Margaret Mathewson
Margaret (Pegg), who began weaving in 1980 in California, has studied and practiced styles from around the globe. She specializes in technical analysis and works for numerous museums and tribal organizations documenting and revitalizing ancient traditions. Her own work is a mix of ancient and contemporary, and focuses on natural materials.
“I look at my current art as a celebration of the contrast between random free flow and exacting tradition. Both inform my work. I love the feel, color and texture of natural materials and found objects. Nothing can really improve on a scene from nature. I just feel I have to try putting together my own pictures.”
“I look at my current art as a celebration of the contrast between random free flow and exacting tradition. Both inform my work. I love the feel, color and texture of natural materials and found objects. Nothing can really improve on a scene from nature. I just feel I have to try putting together my own pictures.”
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