Intro to Twined Basketry
with Cael Chappell
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 20
Learn the basics of how to make bases, shape the side of a basket, finish rims, building blocks of twined patterns, and so much more. Choose to work on any of those topics that you wish, or any other topic for more advanced weavers.
We'll start out on Saturday with Japanese cord, which will get us accustomed to weaving a basket. On Sunday you can continue to work with Japanese cord or try waxed linen thread. Choose your own colors and thread sizes to adjust the difficulty level.
Skill Requirements: All skill levels welcome!
Times & Locations:
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Sat. 10/11/25 at First Baptist Church, 1003 West Sixth St., Loveland CO
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sun. 10/12/25 at Lamms End Studio, 3001 Colt Court, Fort Collins, CO
Course Fee: $95 (you must be an NCWG member in good standing)
Materials Fee to be paid to instructor: $20
All materials provided by instructor; participants should bring scissors
Instructor Bio:
Not only has Cael recently served as the President of the National Basketry Organization and taught numerous workshops, his accomplishments in basketry include numerous exhibits throughout the US. His work has also appeared in several publications including Fiber Art Now and Shuttle, Spindle & Dyepot magazines.
“I’m developing a language in basketry, sometimes whimsical and at other times serious, to convey my impressions of places, things, people, concepts and miscellany.
My material of choice is waxed flax linen thread because it’s a tiny material that allows me to execute very complex designs in a small basket. I enjoy creating the diminutive structures and shapes of a basket with these complicated combinations of designs. My favorite techniques to use are twining, reverse twining and 3 or 4 rod wale. Weaving baskets from waxed linen thread can take weeks or even months to complete one piece.” – Cael Chappell
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Portfolio - Cael Chappell, Basket Maker
