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Weekend Immersion: Build A Pack Basket

It’s time to reimagine the backpack – old school style. In this weekend immersion workshop, you’ll learn the ins and outs of basketmaking, starting with a small storage basket and graduating to a pack basket using rattan reed and a wooden rim. Whether you use it for fishing trips, the farmer’s market, or a simple picnic with a friend – it’s as beautiful as it is functional. And you’ll be proud to show it off!

Prior basket weaving experience will certainly be helpful but is in no way necessary – beginners are welcome! You’ll learn how to layout the base and shape the basket as well as attach a wooden handle, skids and straps.

You can learn more about The Homestead Atlanta & this class at: http://thehomesteadatl.com/classes/weekend-immersion-build-a-pack-basket/

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About the Instructor
Meredith Bridges is a fiber artist who works with natural materials and traditional production techniques. Her work is rooted in craft traditions with emphasis placed on intricate handwork. Her current focus is designing leather goods for her travel line Nomad Travel Gear.

Born and raised in Atlanta, Meredith now resides in Mountain Rest, SC. Since studying Art Education at the University of Georgia, Meredith has worked at a number of craft based organizations including: Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, John C. Campbell Folk School, Yestermorrow Design/Build School and Tillers International.

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You can learn more about The Homestead Atlanta & this class at: http://thehomesteadatl.com/classes/weekend-immersion-build-a-pack-basket/

Location & Time:
Saturday & Sunday April 26 & 27, 10:00-6:00
Georgia Organics Offices (Directly Across from Sweetwater Brewing)
200-A Ottley Dr. NE
Atlanta, GA 30324

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