Testimonials!

I feel so immodest printing them! I do enjoy teaching and the students that seem to find me. Some have come from as far away as Montreal or Toronto! I guess they see the pictures of my work and feel that we will speak the same language.

Hi Janet,
Just a word to let you know that I spend such a nice day!  I had a lot of fun with your hilarious sense of humor; I learned so much and it was so stimulating.  The group was so nice – I enjoyed being with everyone.  I was pure happiness today.  You have a very nice personality, are very talented and we just want to be with you.  Thank you so so much! Lucie Lacelle

Janet:
Just a quick note to say thanks for a great workshop. I really enjoyed the experience and feel that I learned a lot. Your teaching technique is excellent. I’d highly recommend this course to anyone. Your home is such a welcoming and relaxing environment for learning. Thanks again, Janet. Bridget Brennan

Thanks so much for all the info, Janet! I know what I’m putting on my list for Santa!!! And thanks again for a wonderful weekend! I was exhausted and sore when I got home but feel so good about all the learning. As I mentioned, I love your teaching style. And while I cannot criticize the folks at the Kingston Weaver’s Guild, your methods seem to be so much simpler than those I was taught before. I will keep an eye on your site for other workshops and will recommend you highly to anyone I know who is looking to learn some new skills!Take care, everyone! Hope our paths cross again! Christine Chevalier

Thanks so much for such an enjoyable weekend of weaving. I was so pleased with my progress over the 2 days because of your teaching skills. It could have been a difficult experience but you made it so easy. You are a fantastic teacher.  I like the way you made me do everything myself so I was able to learn how to do it.  From Erin.

How to enrol for a class

Try to enrol 2 weeks before a class, this gives me the time to prepare materials and the work place. Occasionally it is possible to apply closer to the time. Payment in full guarantees your space. You can e-transfer to handweaving@gmail.com, (it is automatic deposit, so no question and answer is necessary) or phone in your credit card # to 613-448-3733 or send me an old fashioned cheque to Janet Whittam, PO Box 253, Chesterville ON K0C1H0. If you have to miss the class after payment is processed, you can have a credit for another class. Please make sure I have your email address as I send more information about the class closer to the date.

Class dates for 2025 (Fingers Crossed)

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Twined Wall Basket Jan. 25 (snow day Jan.26)

Uncomplicated (Loom) Weaving Feb 15, 16 Nov. 15, 16

Recycle, Upcycle! Make a Basket from Magazine Pages cardboard boxes, etc. March 30

Weave a Birdhouse Apr. 19th

Make a Rib Basket Using Native Materials May 3rd

Rib Basket June 8

Uncomplicated (Loom) Weaving Nov 15, 16

Twined Wall Basket Jan. 25

This basket uses a beginner friendly technique, using twining to create a variety of possible shapes. Cost 30.00 Time 10 to 12.

Uncomplicated Weaving Feb 15, 16 and Nov. 15 and 16, 2025

This class teaches students a relatively fast and uncomplicated way to set up a loom. Each student will use a floor loom and a wall mounted warping board. They will weave a sampler, using different patterns and materials, geared to the kind of projects they mean to weave in the future. All materials are provided. Time from 9.30 to 4 each day and cost 200.00

Weaving a basket from recycled materials Mar. 30

Basket weavers have always used materials found in their environment. We will use magazine pages, cardboard, etc., to create a surprisingly attractive basket, in much the same way that a quilt uses scraps of cloth. Materials will be available and students are welcome to bring something fabulous to weave in. Time from 9.30 to 2.00. Cost 50.00

Weave a bird house April 19

Students will learn 2 different techniques to weave a birdhouse, Twining and Coiling. It is a beginner friendly project, and the finished house can be geared to a particular bird (who knew birds were so fussy) or it can be purely decorative. All materials will be provided. Time 9.30 to 4 Cost 100.00

Rib basket technique using native materials May 3

This class starts with a walk through a local wetland, weather and mosquitoes permitting. Lots of native plants for basketry will be identified and gathered. Everyone will weave a smallish rib basket, with a handle or without. Materials will be provided. This is a very popular class, so I suggest you register early. Time 9 to 4, cost 100.00