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Seagrass and Copper Wire Twining, Project Class

Wed, Mar 16

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Salem

In this class you will learn to apply a metallic finish to a pre-cut and cleaned gourd, how to twine (a basket weaving technique), using copper wire and seagrass as the spokes and seagrass to twine with. When done twining, the seagrass and wire will create a unique rim.

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Seagrass and Copper Wire Twining, Project Class
Seagrass and Copper Wire Twining, Project Class

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Mar 16, 2022, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Salem, 7893 Olney St SE, Salem, OR 97317, USA

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In this class you will learn to apply a metallic finish to a pre-cut and cleaned gourd, how to twine (a basket weaving technique), using copper wire and seagrass as the spokes and seagrass to twine with. When done twining, the seagrass and wire will create a unique rim. To register for class NWGG Class Reg | Mysite (wilsonartandframe.com)

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March 28, 2026
8:30am to 5:30pm PDT

Class is Full, Waiting List Only
www.basketryguild.org

This class teaches how to weave a dreamcatcher using a knotless netting technique onto a circular cut in a hard-shell gourd. Beads around the edge of the dreamcatcher will be optional. The gourd rim will be finished by weaving dyed pine needle around the rim, caps attached. Participants receive a pre-cut gourd painted in their selected color, glycerin treated pine needle, waxed linen thread, tiger tape, butterfly charm, drill bit, and needles with step-by-step color photo instructions. Your finished piece will be 6"H x 6"W x 6"D.

Cost: $119 ($64 class; $55materials). Skill level: All

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