Basketry

For holding berries, cherry tomatoes, or anything collectible, these great beginner baskets are satisfying and easy to repeat after instruction. Students will weave two baskets: one quart, and one pint size. Additional kits for weaving at home will be available for purchase.

Dates/Times

• Friday, July 10, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:30 pm

Instructor: Barbara Boughton

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $35.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

These birch bark bowls are made by cutting, folding, and stitching. The instructor has gathered birch from her property for you, but will also cover the correct way to harvest it yourself. Students will make their bowls unique through its shape, color of the birch, and choice of waxed linen used. Embellishments such as beads, pine needles, and branches can also be added to decorate the bowls – feel free to bring your own beads if you?d like!

Dates/Times

• Sunday, August 16, 2026 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Instructor: Dona Nazarenko

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $52.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant

Special Notes: Students should bring an awl.

This tabletop basket is woven in the plain weave method and has a solid bottom. It incorporates a "chain weave", woven with dyed round reed in a choice of colors. The basket is finished with a braided and scalloped rim, woven with matching dyed reed. A choice of a ceramic accent embellishes the basket in coordinating colors.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, November 1, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Barbara Boughton

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $40.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

This basket is ideal for a beginner or someone who would like to learn additional techniques. Students will weave a sturdy, functional basket beginning with a kicked-up twined base. In weaving up the sides, multiple weaving techniques will be introduced. Students are encouraged to work with the instructor to design their own basket, applying embellishment and color consideration. Hand-dyed materials will be available to weave into the baskets. The basket is finished with a pair of leather handle. Students will leave with an understanding of multiple weaving techniques, and a unique piece of work. Dimensions: approx. 10? diameter, 8? high.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, March 8, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Instructor: Barbara Boughton

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $45.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

This large tote is woven in reed using the start and stop method. A fun and decorative woven embroidered accent will be added to the top rows. Shaker tape for the handles adds a beautiful touch to this strong, useful basket, while oak runners complete and protect the bottom of it. This is a great class for all experience levels.

Dates/Times

• Saturday, July 11, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Instructor: Dona Nazarenko

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $98.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant

This useful basket is beginner friendly. Students will weave a rectangular base, and learn shaping techniques that result in upright sides at the handle and very low sides on the ends. The basket is woven in continuous weave, which incorporates an oak handle as the sides grow. Students will have the option of adding runners to the bottom, if desired. Dimensions: 16? L x 9? W x 9?H at handle.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, May 3, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Instructor: Barbara Boughton

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $45.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Students will weave these striking snowflakes from hardwood maple and cherry wood splint. Several patterns may be woven, depending on the chosen splint. Students will weave one large 10" diameter snowflake, and two smaller 7" snowflakes, which make a beautiful grouping hung together on a tree or in a window. Additional kits will be available for sale.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, December 6, 2026 – 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Barbara Boughton

Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member Tuition: $85.00

Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Special Notes: Please note that the August offering of this class will take place at the Tannery Pond Center, located at 228 Main Street in North Creek, NY 12853.

Students will weave these striking snowflakes from hardwood maple and cherry wood splint. Several patterns may be woven, depending on the chosen splint. Students will weave one large 10" diameter snowflake, and two smaller 7" snowflakes, which make a beautiful grouping hung together on a tree or in a window. Additional kits will be available for sale.

Dates/Times

• Saturday, February 14, 2026 – 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Barbara Boughton

Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member Tuition: $85.00

Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Special Notes: Please note that the August offering of this class will take place at the Tannery Pond Center, located at 228 Main Street in North Creek, NY 12853.

The Adirondack Pack Basket is one of the most recognized objects associated with the Adirondacks. Linda will teach you her version patterned from the traditional Adirondack Pack Baskets. This is a good size day pack for adults and children. This class will be fun for all weavers. This is a great intro size pack to making pack baskets. Linda will demonstrate, teach you many weaving techniques and guide you while you weave your pack basket. Students start with pre-cut spokes and do most of the weaving the first day. There will be great emphasis on shaping while weaving to create the belly on the front and the flat back. The second day students will be busy with the many finishing steps to complete the pack. Lastly, add an adjustable webbing or leather harness made by Linda and secured with skids made by students. Dimensions: 6? x 9? x 14? high. Students will be using a drawknife and other sharp tools. Leather harness is dark brown. Webbing harness color choices will be the colors available at time of class. Instructor will bring all materials to make the basket. Students should wear comfortable clothing. Baskets will not be stained during class.

Dates/Times

• Wednesday, April 29, 2026 – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Thursday, April 30, 2026 – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Instructor: Linda Scherz

Member Tuition: $200.00
Non-Member Tuition: $230.00

Cotton Harness Material Fee: $95.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Leather Harness Material Fee: $115.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Special Notes: Note: Materials fee for Webbing Harness – $95. Materials fee for Leather Harness – $115. Leather harness is dark brown. Webbing harness color choices may vary depending on what is available at the time of the class. Please call AFS if you would like the leather harness as it needs to be ordered a minimum of two weeks prior to the class. Students should wear comfortable clothing.

Using dyed and natural reed, this unique tray will be woven to create accents in the color of your choice. You will be taught the step by step process of shaping the tray and weaving each row to create the pattern shown. This is a great class for all experience levels.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, July 12, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Instructor: Dona Nazarenko

Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00

Material Fee: $59.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant

The origins of this basket are unknown but lean heavily on the traditions of Cherokee patterned weaving. This is Beverly's variation on a pattern by Lyn Siler. If you have extensive weaving experience and are looking for a challenge, this is the class for you! The patterned weave will require concentration and determination to weave successfully. The base of this basket is twill woven with the patterned weave sandwiched between more twill woven rows. Students will use natural reed spokes with dyed weavers for the patterned rows to help them see the pattern as it develops. Dimensions are 13" x 13" x 3 1/2" plus handle.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, June 28, 2026 – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
• Monday, June 29, 2026 – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm

Instructor: Beverly Cornelius

Member Tuition: $290.00
Non-Member Tuition: $320.00

Material Fee: $50.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Special Notes: This is an advanced class. Students may have some homework on the first day. Students should be comfortable with rimming and lashing a basket on their own

The Junior Pack is a small decorative version of a traditional Adirondack Pack basket. This is a great size for a gift or mail basket. Multiple techniques used to include plain weave, continuous weave, scarfing weaver, and tapering the weaver. Linda will guide you with shaping as you weave to form the belly in the front while maintaining a straight back and sides. Complete with a hardwood handle, fitting the rim to fit the basket and lashing. The finishing touch; a webbing or leather harness made by Linda. Dimensions: 6? x 8? x 10 ?? high. Instructor will bring all materials to make the basket. Leather harness is dark brown. Webbing harness color choices will be the colors available at time of class. Instructor will bring all the materials to make the basket. Students should wear comfortable clothing. Baskets will not be stained during class.

Dates/Times

• Thursday, June 25, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Linda Scherz

Member Tuition: $135.00
Non-Member Tuition: $155.00

Cotton Harness Material Fee: $57.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Leather Harness Material Fee: $69.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Special Notes: Note: Materials fee for Webbing Harness – $57. Materials fee for Leather Harness – $69. Leather harness is dark brown. Webbing harness color choices may vary depending on what is available at the time of the class. Please call AFS if you would like the leather harness as it needs to be ordered a minimum of two weeks prior to the class. Students should wear comfortable clothing.