The beauty of this basket lies in its unique shape and size. It measures 9” x 17” x 20 tall”! It is meant to make a statement whether inside or outside of your home. It can be hung on a door knob, a door or hung on a wall. Fill it with dried branches, forsythia or any other large botanical material to create an eye-catching work of art! You can also use it for storage. Be ready for a challenge as this basket has 40 rows of weaving! Students will learn to lay out the base and weave the sides. They will also learn to shape the rims, insert the handle and lash the rims. *Students should bring an apron or a towel since we work with wet material. *Class price includes materials fee. Karen Wychock Working over wooden molds, in the method of the Shakers, Karen’s baskets are traditional in shape and materials. She weaves both Shaker reproductions in ash and traditional, utilitarian baskets of reed. Native hardwoods such as ash and oak are used to make the rims and handles, and all of her baskets are lashed using ash. Each basket takes on its own character as it is woven in a quatrefoil, twill or fancy lace pattern to appeal to both eye and touch. Karen was an art teacher for 22 years in the Neshaminy School District, Langhorne, PA, before becoming a middle school principal for 15 years in both the Neshaminy School District and the Central Bucks School District. She is a member of the Bucks County Craftsmen’s Guild, the Bucks County Hand Weaver’s Guild and the PA Guild of Craftsmen. She sells her work at various shows and galleries throughout the northeast (Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Virginia, and Ohio), and has the earned the distinction of Waterford Landmark Artisan for her commitment to the Waterford Fair and the Waterford Foundation.