Exploration of Coiling in Basketry

July 5 - July 6

$455.00

This is a 2-day workshop. All classes run 9 – 4 pm each day with lunch included from 12 – 1 pm.

Exploration of Coiling in Basketry

Exploration of Coiling in Basketry

Coiling is one of the oldest basketry techniques and its diversity of construction and use of materials offers many avenues of exploration. Coiled baskets are formed by stitching material in a continuous spiral. We will explore two variations of coiling – first, Covered Core stitching with soft yarns as well as Exposed Core stitching using pine needles. Discussion with cover what materials could be harvested locally for coiled baskets as well as the creative potential within this technique.

  • Materials Fee: $55
  • Course Level: Beginner

Price: $455

This price includes: tuition, daily lunch, material fees (if required), any applicable taxes and is listed in Canadian Dollars.

JOAN CARRIGAN

Joan Carrigan is a full-time basketmaker and basketry teacher living on Salt Spring Island, BC. Over the past 30 years, her passion for baskets has led her to study, travel, and explore many different techniques and materials.

Joan has a love of both traditional techniques as well as for the sculptural and creative potential that the medium offers. Her inspiration comes from the plant materials she respectfully harvests from nature.

 

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MISSA Course Withdrawal & Refund Policy

All requests for course withdrawals and/or accommodation cancellations must be made through MISSA’s online form. Requests made in person or by phone, text or email will not be accepted.

Refunds and credits are subject to the course withdrawal and accommodation cancellation deadlines and fees outlined below. Please note, no refunds will be processed during the MISSA Summer Program.

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Course Withdrawal Deadlines

Cancellations received on or before April 25, 2025 – Pre-paid tuition and supply fees will be refunded. A $50 administrative fee applies for each course withdrawal. Supply fees will be refunded in full.

Cancellations received on or before June 6, 2025 – A credit will be issued for pre-paid tuition, less a $50 administration fee per course withdrawal. Pre-paid supply fees are not eligible for refund.

Tuition credits are issued in the form of a code to be used for registration in future MISSA workshops and/or for on-campus accommodations. Credit codes may be transferred to another person. MISSA credit codes have no cash value.

Cancellations after June 6, 2025 – Course withdrawals made after this date are not eligible for refund or credit of tuition and supply fees.

Accommodation Cancellation Deadlines

On-campus accommodations may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to the first day of MISSA and pre-paid accommodation fees will be refunded, less a $50 deposit fee. Accommodation cancellations made after the deadline are not eligible for refund.

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Exceptions

If you must withdraw from a course and/or cancel your accommodations due to exceptional circumstances, you may request a refund on the basis of hardship and/or compassionate grounds. All requests must be made in writing using the online form. Approval of such requests may only be made by the MISSA Board of Directors and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

$455.00

This price includes: tuition, daily lunch, material fees (if required), any applicable taxes and is listed in Canadian Dollars.

Course Registration will open for Friends of MISSA on February 21st at 12:00pm (PST), and Registration will open for all on February 28th at 12:00pm (PST)

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