Basketry

This intricate basket is woven on a wooden base using dyed and natural reed. Students choose from a plain weave or twill, and will learn about shaping and how to work efficiently as they weave. While continuing up the sides, twining the woven accents will give the lattice a unique, airy look.

Dates/Times

• Saturday, August 23, 2025 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Dona Nazarenko

Member Tuition: $110.00
Non-Member Tuition: $135.00

Material Fee: $50.00 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: This class is for intermediate level weavers.

This is a variation on a Wool Drying Basket but tall and narrow, perfect for knitting projects. Students will weave in an over two under two twill pattern and learn to weave an arrow pattern using dyed reed. The hardwood handle and feet give this basket its convenient height. This is an intermediate level class. Dimensions: 12" tall x 11" across at top x 20" tall with feet and handle.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, May 18, 2025 – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm

Instructor: Beverly Cornelius

Member Tuition: $145.00
Non-Member Tuition: $165.00

Material Fee: $70.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

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

The Adirondack Pack Basket is one of the most recognized objects associated with the Adirondacks. Create your own pack basket patterned from the traditional Adirondack Pack Baskets. Adults and children can wear this pack. Students will weave a plain weave base with the pre-cut spokes. Then learn to continuous weave the sides of the basket, pack tight, level the top, weave a false rim, cut, and tuck, insert the wood handle, fit the rim and lash on basket. Lastly, add an adjustable webbing or leather harness secured with wood skids. This class will be fun for all weavers. This is a great intro size pack to making pack baskets. Linda will demonstrate, teach you weaving techniques and guide you while you weave your basket. Students will be using a drawknife and other sharp tools. Instructor will bring all materials to make the basket. Baskets will not be stained during class. Dimensions are 6" x 9" x 14" high.

Dates/Times

• Wednesday, August 13, 2025 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Thursday, August 14, 2025 – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Instructor: Linda Scherz

Member Tuition: $190.00
Non-Member Tuition: $220.00

Cotton Harness Material Fee: $95.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Leather Harness Material Fee: $110.00 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 – $110. 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.

This basket is based on a forerunner of the Nantucket Lightship basket, c. 1850. Woven on a round oak base, the spokes are inserted into a groove which holds them firmly in place. This basket employs a continuous chase weave to build the sides, using two weavers at once. The basket is hand-shaped, not woven on a mold, and students will be challenged and excited to watch their creations grow with two weavers. A hand-carved oak handle is incorporated into the rim, which finishes this rustically graceful and functional basket. It is woven on a 6" oak base which grows into a 12" diameter basket. Dimensions are approx. 10" high at sides, 16" high at handle.

Dates/Times

• Saturday, June 28, 2025 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Instructor: Barbara Boughton

Member Tuition: $110.00
Non-Member Tuition: $135.00

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

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

The Adirondack Pack Basket is one of the most recognized objects associated with the Adirondacks. These versatile baskets were used to carry just about everything the guides, hunters and trappers took with them into the woods. Create your own pack basket patterned from the traditional Adirondack Pack Baskets. The Mountaineer pack is a large pack, great size for adult men and woman for trips to the farmers market, hunting and hiking. The first day students weave a plain weave base with the pre-cut spokes and then weave the sides. Linda will be guiding students as they concentrate on shape, creating a belly while learning to continuous weave. The main weaving will be done the first day. The baskets will sit and dry overnight. On the second day, students will pack baskets tight, level the top, weave a false rim, cut and tuck spokes, add handle, and fit the rim to the basket, and lash rim. Linda will guide you and teach you many tips and techniques. Students will be using a drawknife and other sharp tools. Leather harness is dark brown. Webbing harness color choices are red, olive green, black and dark brown. Instructor will bring all materials to make the basket. Students should wear comfortable clothing. Baskets will not be stained during class. Approximate dimensions: 9" x 12" x 20" high.

Dates/Times

• Monday, July 21, 2025 – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, July 22, 2025 – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Instructor: Linda Scherz

Member Tuition: $260.00
Non-Member Tuition: $300.00

Cotton Harness Material Fee: $148.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Leather Harness Material Fee: $188.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page

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

Special Notes: Note: Materials fee for Webbing Harness – $148. Materials fee for Leather Harness – $188. 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.

This small Nantucket Ornament starts with a walnut rim, and is built up with cane spokes and weavers. Students may add a small mirror or photo to the center to personalize their piece. This ornament hangs from a small hook, making it the perfect project to add to your holiday collection. Please note: Students will be working with small pieces to shape and sand.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, June 8, 2025 – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Instructor: Dona Nazarenko

Member Tuition: $110.00
Non-Member Tuition: $135.00

Material Fee: $38.00 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

Create a vase inspired by traditional Nantucket baskets. Students will weave using dyed and natural rattan reed to create a gorgeous vase with a wooden rim and base. A mold insert is provided to hold water for the various flowers that will grace this vase! The finished piece will be approximately 8" tall and 4.25" wide at the top. This is a great class for all skill levels.

Dates/Times

• Saturday, June 7, 2025 – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Instructor: Dona Nazarenko

Member Tuition: $110.00
Non-Member Tuition: $135.00

Material Fee: $36.00 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 is a variation on an Adirondack Pack Basket with a cross-body strap and a smaller size. Students will learn a Shaker technique for continuous weave to create a solid base and weave and shape the sides of the basket. Shaker tape in coordinating colors will be used to create the strap. This is a challenging class with lots of hand shaping so weaving experience is helpful. Approximate finished size is 10-12" tall width varies.

Dates/Times

• Monday, May 19, 2025 – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm

Instructor: Beverly Cornelius

Member Tuition: $145.00
Non-Member Tuition: $165.00

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 technique. Experience with basket weaving will be helpful in this class.

Create a beautiful, unique basket with Dona Nazarenko using dyed and natural reed. Beginning on a twined oval base, students will weave up the sides using natural reed and then add striking placements of additional weavers in various sizes and colors. The basket will then be embellished with dots to create a unique finished piece, standing about 6.5" tall and 8" wide.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, April 27, 2025 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Instructor: Dona Nazarenko

Member Tuition: $110.00
Non-Member Tuition: $135.00

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: This class is for intermediate level weavers.

The Shaker Community, founded in New York, is known for their design aesthetic, combining form and function in simply elegant ways. This class introduces students to the Cathead base, a Shaker classic. In this form, a small, square base grows into a round basket at the diameter and height of the student's choosing. This particular technique of weaving corners produces four "feet" upon which the basket rests. This creates a raised base on the inside of the basket, allowing its contents to first fill the perimeter of the basket, and then the center. Disbursing the weight of the basket contents, first to the perimeter, serves to prevent produce from becoming bruised, and protects the center of the basket from wearing out. Students will weave a two-by-two twill pattern for both the base and the sides of the basket.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, October 19, 2025 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Instructor: Barbara Boughton

Member Tuition: $110.00
Non-Member Tuition: $135.00

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

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

In this class, students will learn many basket weaving tips and techniques while completing their wall basket. Woven with natural and dyed reed, students will learn how to shape their basket and how to carve their handle. A decorative bow is added to finish this piece and add a special touch. Completed baskets stand about 7.25" wide and 5.5" high before the handle is added.

Dates/Times

• Sunday, October 5, 2025 – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Instructor: Dona Nazarenko

Member Tuition: $65.00
Non-Member Tuition: $80.00

Material Fee: $25.00 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