Woodland Nantucket Retreats

2. Then go to the Workshops page to select the workshops you would like to attend.

3. Finally go to the Projects page to select each item you would like to make during your Retreat.

Most importantly plan to have fun!

Pictured- Joni-Dee's lovely home in Summerfield, NC at Christmas!

Woodland Nantucket Retreat Locations:

Summerfield, North Carolina, 8012 Hoskins Ridge Drive
Magnolia Baskets in Magnolia, Deleware
Aiken Center for the Arts, Aiken, South Carolina

The studios in Delaware and North Carolina are surrounded with woods creating a relaxing atmosphere. Aiken, SC is a delightful town. If you choose to attend this retreat, make sure you allow some time to explore this treasure.

Students will have several different options for the weekend. This year there are so many requests and choices available. We will focus on developing patterns"Twills/Steps" in Nantucketsand on "Hardwood Staves", making several different baskets on the same mold, and “Back to Basics” - reviewing what we know, but forget to implement.

New for 2011

New projects have been added and in Delaware and North Carolina, the June retreats have an OPTIONAL third full day to allow for larger projects… OR come for 2 1/2 days to give yourself time to learn all we know about Nantucket baskets while completing a variety of projects.

Last year we introduced to a new technique for "sewing" the hardwood staves. This technique is very, very easy!!! and saves so much time. Thanks Barbara Boulton!! Again this year we will have half kits, cane, glue, tools and polyurethane available at the Retreat.

Two new WORKSHOPS have been added within the Retreat- How to Peg Rims and How to Use your Tools. A new way to have the “hardwood” look on trays without all of the work! There are new baskets and new techniques. See our home page for more information.

Lodging

Listed below are hotels/motels close to both studios. Please remember that there will be a 10-15 minute drive as both studios are out in the country. Several local weavers in Delaware and North Carolina have offered to house out of town weavers.
Please contact Joni (336-644-8994/336-337-8589) or Denise (302-335-3635) for more information.

Delaware:
Microtel Inn and Suites
1703 Lebanon Rd
Dover, DE 19901
302-674-3800

Camping is also available at Denise’s in Magnolia, Delaware. Call Denise at 302-335-3635 for more information.

North Carolina
Battleground Inn
1517 Westover Terrance, Greensboro
336-272-4737
This hotel is a straight shot to Joni’s. There are rooms reserved at a discounted rate for $65 per night + tax. You must tell them you are attending the WOODLAND NANTUCKET RETREAT to receive this rate.

South Carolina- Check with Joni-there are several hotels nearby.

Schedule for the Delaware/North Carolina Retreats:

Classes will begin on (Thursday if you choose the June option in DE/NC) Friday morning at 9:00am. Coffee/tea and muffins/rolls/fruit are provided for a light breakfast. Time will be spent on designing your Nantucket using steps/twills/natural and dyed cane. If you have chosen a project with hardwood staves, time will be spent working with the hardwood staves. We have developed new ways to steam the staves that is quicker and dry faster! The staves come beveled and tapered. They must be sanded, steamed and inserted in the bases. While the hardwood staves are drying, other smaller Nantucket baskets of your choice may be started and/or completed. Class will end at 7pm on Friday evening. Both lunch and dinner are provided for you on Friday.

Saturday will begin at 9:00am. A light breakfast is provided. Most of the day will be spent weaving. Lunch is provided, along with light snacks. Class will end at 6pm.

Sunday we will begin at 9:00am. A light breakfast is provided. The day will be spent rimming and completing baskets. Class will end when your projects are completed, usually around 3pm. Lunch is provided for you along with drinks and light snacks.

Schedule for the Aiken, SC Retreat

Classes will begin Friday 9:00am. Coffee/tea and muffins/rolls/fruit are provided for a light breakfast. Time will be spent designing your Nantucket using steps/twills/natural and dyed cane. If you have chosen a project with hardwood staves, time will be spent working with the hardwood staves. They must be sanded, steamed and inserted in the bases. This will take several hours. While the staves are drying, other smaller Nantuckets of your choice may be started and completed. Class will end at 5pm on Friday evening. You may bring your lunch or go to one of the downtown restaurants for lunch. Snacks are provided.

Saturday will begin at 9:00am. Most of the day will be spent weaving. Coffee/tea and muffins/rolls/fruit are provided for a light breakfast. Bring your lunch or you may go out to lunch.The day will be spent weaving baskets. Dinner will not be provided.

Sunday we will begin at 9:00am. A light breakfast will be provided. The day will be spent rimming and completing baskets. Class will end when your projects are completed, usually around 2pm.

See the Registration page to sign up for these classes. Register and pay the fees early to hold your space in the class. Space is limited and fills quickly!