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MAWS 2026 Conference

June 16-21
Missoula, Montana

WORKSHOPS

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NOTE: The workshop list may have minor changes as details are developed. Please check back for revisions and watch for communication from your instructor prior to the conference.

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Diagonal Twill Basics


Learn the skills of diagonal twill basketry while making four small baskets.  Working with 4- and 6-mm wide strips of hand-painted watercolor paper, students will learn the basics of base construction, turning corners, weaving the sides, and counting rows, as well as rimming options.  Day One will focus on diagonal twill baskets with square bases, Day Two will move to rectangular and triangular based baskets.  The skills developed in this workshop are the stepping stones to exploring diagonal twill plaiting.
 

Finished basket sizes will vary. The instructor will provide students a selection of colors for each basket and a workshop folder with detailed step by step weaving instructions.
 

INSTRUCTOR: Annetta Kraayeveld

DURATION: Two Days, Pre-conference

LEVEL:  Intermediate

SUPPLIES THAT STUDENTS WILL BRING:

  • A flexible tape measure

  • A  6”-12” straight edge ruler

  • Sharp scissors

  • A small packing tool (a small flat head screwdriver will work)

  • Toothless microclips

  •  #24 or #22 tapestry needles

  •  Notebook and pencil

TOOLS & SUPPLIES PROVIDED BY THE INSTRUCTOR:

  • Students will receive an extensive instruction book, laminated weaving board, and materials to make four small baskets – two with a square base, one with a rectangular base, and one with a triangular base. Students will have color choices for each basket.

  • Instructor will have packers and micro-clips available for purchase in class.

MATERIAL FEE: $110

CATEGORY: Basketry 

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Paper Japanese Leaf Scoop


Weave a traditional Japanese leaf scoop with carefully prepared watercolor paper.  This version of the leaf scoop is made with artist-painted paper cut into 4-mm strips woven in a beautiful twill design. Students will receive materials for two leaf scoops. Twill or paper weaving experience helpful.
 

INSTRUCTOR: Annetta Kraayeveld

DURATION:  Half Day

LEVEL:  Advanced Beginner - Intermediate

SUPPLIES THAT STUDENTS WILL BRING:

  • A flexible tape measure

  • Sharp scissors

  • A small packing tool (a small flat head screwdriver will work)

  • Toothless micro-clips

  • #24 or #22 tapestry needles

  • Notebook and pencil

TOOLS & SUPPLIES PROVIDED BY THE INSTRUCTOR:

  • Students will receive printed instructions, laminated weaving board, and materials to make one scoop. Students will have color choices for each basket.

  • Instructor will have packers and micro-clips available for purchase in class.

MATERIAL FEE: $25

CATEGORY: Basketry 

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Magic Folded Pouch


This fun seminar uses washable paper to weave, fold, and open this sweet little magic pouch. Learn how to fold a woven base and create a three-dimensional usable, durable pouch. Finish with a folded or rolled rim and curls - or add an artist spun cord to use it as a purse.
 

INSTRUCTOR: Annetta Kraayeveld

DURATION:  Half Day

LEVEL:  All skill levels welcome

SUPPLIES THAT STUDENTS WILL BRING:

  • A flexible tape measure

  • Sharp scissors

  • A small packing tool (a small flat head screwdriver will work)

  • 10-12 new bobby pins

  • Notebook and pencil

TOOLS & SUPPLIES PROVIDED BY THE INSTRUCTOR:

  • Students will receive printed instructions, laminated weaving board, and materials to make one pouch. Students will have color choices for each basket.

  • Instructor will have packers available for purchase in class.

MATERIAL FEE: $35

CATEGORY: Basketry 

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Papyrus - Paper Business Card Basket


This beautiful little basket is a wonderful introduction to weaving with painted paper. It is woven on a mold with start stop rows, so shaping is a snap. A layered rim is lashed with waxed linen, and a simple embellishment completes the basket. Teacher will provide a wide choice of paper (painted and precut) as well as button and shell embellishments. Students will make two usable business card baskets.
 

INSTRUCTOR: Annetta Kraayeveld

DURATION:  One Day

LEVEL:  Beginner, Advanced Beginner

SUPPLIES THAT STUDENTS WILL BRING:

  • A flexible tape measure

  • Sharp scissors

  • A small packing tool (a small flat head screwdriver will work)

  • Toothless micro-clips

  • #24 or #22 tapestry needles

  • Notebook and pencil

TOOLS & SUPPLIES PROVIDED BY THE INSTRUCTOR:

  • Students will receive printed instructions, laminated weaving board, and materials to make two small baskets - business card size. Students will have color choices for each basket.

  • Students will have use of instructor’s wooden basketry molds during class.

  • Instructor will have packers and micro-clips available for purchase in class.

MATERIAL FEE: $50

CATEGORY: Basketry 

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Buttons and Beads for your Knits/Handwovens
 

It is often so hard to find that perfect button or bead for your handknit and handwoven projects. Especially now that Joann’s Fabric Stores are gone. Ordering online often leads to disappointment.
 

In this seminar we will make two-three buttons or beads (depending on working speed of individuals). I will also have some examples of other types of buttons that can be made.
 

Options will include:

Resin buttons (adding yarn to the button will insure a perfect match to your piece!)

Woven yarn buttons (sometimes called Yorkshire buttons)

Paper beads (with the addition of resin and eyelets)
 

INSTRUCTOR: Annette Swan Schipf

DURATION:  Half Day

LEVEL:  All skill levels are welcome

SUPPLIES THAT STUDENTS WILL BRING:

  • Instructor will distribute a material list at a later date.

MATERIAL FEE: There will be a material fee distributed by the Instructor at a later date.

CATEGORY: Weave & Knit

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Krogbragd or Summer & Winter Basket  (as published in Fall ’25 Handwoven magazine)


No one can ever have too many baskets!  In this class we will weave and construct a basket on the loom. Students will weave the sides on a loom with yarn and use sturdy pleather or canvas for the bottom. The basket will have a wooden base. Students will weave a krokbragd or summer/winter (weft-faced) miniature (4”-6” diameter) basket. They can then use the technique to weave larger baskets at home. After weaving they will cut the woven piece off the loom and make the basket as time allows. If the student has not finished the basket, he/she will have all the information needed to finish the basket at home. 
 

INSTRUCTOR: Annette Swan Schipf

DURATION:  One Day

LEVEL:  Advanced Beginner

SUPPLIES THAT STUDENTS WILL BRING:

  • Instructor will distribute a material list at a later date.

MATERIAL FEE:  There will be a material fee distributed by the Instructor at a later date.

CATEGORY: Weave

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