"Weavers Words" Vol. 4 Iss. 42 Date Sent: August 17, 2000 Web Page: http://members.xoom.com/dgcollins/ Subscribers: 1446 David Collins 408 North Devon Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46219 Phone: (317) 899-5747 davidc@iei.net %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Do You Like Weavers Words? Click Below To "Recommend-It" To A Friend! http://recommend-it.com/l.z.e?s=210339 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% THE BASKET BOOKSTORE Stop by "Weavers Words Basketry Bookstore" for a great selection of basketry literature & save up to 40%. Over 40 titles to choose from. The address is: http://members.xoom.com/dgcollins/book.html %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% ATTENTION NEW SUBSCRIBERS 1.) You can search Weaver's Words web page and back issues by going to Weaver's Words web page (http://members.xoom.com/dgcollins/) and entering your search criteria into the search box. 2.) If you have recently subscribed, more than likely you will read messages about a basket swap in progress. Basket swaps are organized by other weavers approximately every 2-3 months. So if a swap is in progress when you subscribe, be patient and a new swap will begin before you know it. Every subscriber is eligible for each swap as long as you fulfill you obligation from the previous swap. 3.) If you are looking for basket shops across the country, there is an extensive list on Weaver's Words web page. The shops are listed alphabetically. If you know of a shop that isn't listed, send me the shop's information for addition. Include all of the following if applicable: Shop's Name; Web Page Address; E-Mail Address; Street Address; City, State, Zip Code; Phone Number. %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% ATTENTION AOL SUBSCRIBERS For some reason some AOL subscribers haven't been receiving Weaver's Words through email. If you are one of these subscribers, or know one of someone who has not been receiving Weaver's Words, you can get all of the issues on the Weaver's Words web page. %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% ATTENTION ONLINE AUCTION USERS Make Auction Payments Thru PayPal Plus Get $5 - FAST, FREE & SECURE: https://secure.paypal.com/refer/pal=ka9zre%40yahoo.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Picture('s) Added To Web Page Since The Last Issue NONE %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Hi Everyone, Here's an update on the Basketry Travel Companion. I've listed a form and a list on the Weaver's Word web page: http://members.xoom.com/dgcollins/companion.html Here's a little more information: THE GOOD NEWS: There is at least one listing in 32 states and Canada. THE BAD NEWS: That leaves 18 states (listed below) 188 countries without any listings. ALABAMA ARIZONA ARKANSAS DELAWARE HAWAII KANSAS LOUISIANA MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS MISSISSIPPI NEBRASKA NEVADA NORTH DAKOTA OREGON UTAH VERMONT WEST VIRGINIA WYOMING SO IF YOUR FAVORITE BASKET SHOP/MUSEUM/GALLERY/EXHIBIT/ETC. ISN'T LISTED, GO TO THE ABOVE LINK AND SEND ME REQUESTED INFORMATION. Thanks & Take Care, David %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 4 I. 41 Date: Mon, 14 Aug 2000 22:58:35 -0500 From: Walter K Erb To: davidc@iei.net Catherine, I just went back and re-read my post concerning Longaberger baskets, hoping I hadn' t sounded offensive. I believe I also made the point you did about how the founder of the Longaberger basket company has revitalized his hometown and given many people good employment opportunities, and I'm glad you took the time to go into that point in greater detail, because I think the Longaberger story is a very inspiring one (I've even read the book). I agree with you that there is room for everyone's style of basketweaving, but I also believe that everyone has a right to freely express their opinion and I enjoy hearing other views. Sue in St. Louis %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 4 I. 41 Date: Mon, 14 Aug 2000 23:40:31 -0500 From: kderrick@swbell.net To: David Collins References: 1 This is just my two cents on a couple of things. The first is the so called 'L' baskets. I went to a party held by a friend at least twelve years ago. I bought one because at that time, it was one of the best quality baskets I had ever seen. I still have it and use it. I'm from southwest Missouri and the only other hand-woven baskets I had seen were at Silver Dollar City and some old baskets my aunt had (and I would love to have now.). The urge to research basket making and learn to make my own baskets stemmed from seeing these baskets. So...everything has a purpose, right? The other thing...I love to go to craft and art shows and look at what other basketmakers, potters, weavers, painters, etc., are doing. I can't afford to buy everything I like. I do want to look, though. If I do admire their work, I do try to tell them that I appreciate the color, quality, etc., and tell them I would buy if I could, but I always feel guilty! Even if someone engages me in conversation and tries to sell me something, I'm not going to buy something I can't afford. We all get inspiration from one another, and it raises my creativity level when I see beautiful things that other people have made...sometimes from not so beautiful things. (Like "What a great idea but I could do that better!") I end up spending money on things that I can't make, such as jewelry or pottery, since I choose to concentrate my energy on becoming a basketmaker. I have sold paintings, prints, baskets, etc., but not at shows. If a person can't buy, what would you who do sell at shows prefer that they do? I would really like to know what is the best response so I don't offend any more people than I already have! %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: ouch! Date: Mon, 14 Aug 2000 21:42:08 -1000 From: The Keener Clan To: davidc@iei.net Ouch! I can*t remember the last time someone called this feminist liberal Democrat close minded! I have nothing against L baskets and anyone who wants to buy factory made over priced baskets is free to do so. However, my gripe seems to be with their dealers. We (meaning those of us who weave and sell our products) hear a lot of cheesy remarks such as "OUR baskets are made of wood--theirs are only made of reed"--"OUR baskets will be collector items--will their baskets?" and so on. They also sneak into craft fairs that promote "handmade items only" and share a booth with a crafter and give out their info and catalogs. I won*t hesitate to turn them in to the craft fair promoter. We also hear a lot of (I*m trying to think of a nice word, but my memory fails me...) "chat" when dealers and collectors come into booths at fairs such as "These AREN*T L baskets "--uh, like I don*t know this--"L has one something like this, but better"--"Don*t you sell liners for these? L does". And I just smile. I guess we should thank the man who started the L party plan as it has seemed to have introduced a lot of people who weren*t familiar with anything but imports to handmade quality baskets other than L*s. I get a lot of comments from students and buyers who say "Wow, what a neat basket and I don*t have to pay L price!". Frankly, I could care less about L baskets, but I*d be a lot happier if their dealers would just sell their product instead of degrading mine. Hey, Joanne--I paid your guild dues tonight and picked up the pattern for Wendy*s Tote. We missed you. Mary, I can find aubergine RIT (?) at Ben Franklin and Black Plum, too, but no Slate. I*m going to have my mom check at her Wal-Mart in Virginia for as many boxes as she can find. Aloha, Lois in very breezy Honolulu' %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Of North and South... Date: 15 Aug 2000 08:31:28 -0000 From: "J. Choate Basketry List" To: List Member J. Choate Basketry List - http://www.jchoatebasketry.com There are some that would think there is something wrong with a calendar of summer in the south and winter in the north - isn't it supposed to be the opposite? I guess being the extreme people that we are we have opted for the weather in the extreme to match. It has been an educational process learning to live in the "flip-flop". As the temperatures soar into the 90's and the humidity tries to keep pace we are learning how not to melt. These things we have learned: above we have the "wind chill factor" below we have the "heat index". Wind chill: put on more clothes and move around to generate heat, don't sweat. Heat index: take more clothes off, sit in front of the fan, don't move. Above we have large critters (moose/bear); below we have small critters (ticks-chiggers). Large critters arm yourself with pepper spray, be prepared to run, small critters arm yourself with bug dope, be prepared to itch. The heat makes me dream of Alaska; the blue of icebergs, the frosty summits, the grandeur of mountains...and then I remember the termination dust on the mountains in August, the unending rain and the white socks (Alaska's power gnat). I think I'll just stroll on down to the Current River for a float trip, laze back into my recliner on the riverside and emigrate for awhile longer... If you'd like to emigrate north for a visit in about March when it's a bit cooler there is still room for you in the second session of the Alaskan Bush Basketry Retreat. Give a hoot and we'll get you signed up. Next spring will see us in California with classes in Visalia, San Diego, and possibly the Bay area. If you are located in the southwest and would like to be incorporated into the South by Southwest tour of 2001 let us know and we'll get you worked in. Until then... Jill Choate Talkeetna, AK Via the Ozarks of MO %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Weavers Words Re: Rit Dye Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 07:59:21 -0400 From: The NorEsta Cane & Reed Reply-To: sales@noresta.com Organization: The NorEsta Cane & Reed To: "COLLINS, DAVID" To Mary Hooper et al, We carry Rit dye in all the colors available, including Aubergine, Slate Blue, and Pearl Gray. You can request our catalog by calling 1-800-NORESTA (1-800-667-3782). Please mention that you heard from us on Weaver's Words. Sincerely, The NorEsta Cane & Reed %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Thank You Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 08:55:45 EDT From: BM1946@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net To all of my Basket Friends, I would like to thank all of you for your cards, calls and prayers of sympathy for the loss my husband, Dave. Though it was only 4 short years for us together those of you who know me well know how happy those years were. All of you kindness has been so appreciated. Do good cooks and basketmakers go together, let me add that they are also some of the most caring people. Thanks again to all of you. Debbie Cates of Indiana %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Black walnut dye Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 10:04:08 EDT From: Kisssl@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net Hi, I am fairly new to weaving and really only do baskets in class, but I really enjoy all the great info you folks have to share. A while back I read about making walnut dye, but am not sure of the details. I found a great treasure trove of the slightly smelly green nuts yesterday and want to try making dye. What I remember is: put them in a 5 gal. plastic pail with water and ammonia. What I don't recall is how much water to ammonia to how many nuts? Also how long does it need to sit until straining? If someone could please help me I would appreciate it very much. Thanks, Sharon Kiss (Barrington, IL...where it is really hot & humid today!) %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Bits and Pieces Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 10:21:12 -0400 From: "John W. Dorris" To: "Weavers Words" Mary Hooper, I have a book called Art and Craft of Southern Africa by Rhoda Levinsohn. It has a long chapter on basket making. Skimmed the article to see if anything is mentioned about the use of names woven in but didn't see anything. One thing it says is that many of the weavers get their patterns from the beaded jewelry they make, hence the geometrical designs. Talk about someone who doesn't make enough for their work!!! That high price is put on it by a middle man-not the weaver I'm sure) I have a Zulu basket that I bought from the Tomlinsons (I think). It wasn't very expensive. Also, several years ago some of us found baskets (Zulu, if I remember right) at Price Club of all places. They were locked in a case with the Hummel's, etc. Price club must have thought that if someone charged $75 (guesstimate) for a basket it must really be something special and it should be locked up to protect from shoplifters who take such things? Catherine I've thought overnight about how to answer your critique. I think you have misunderstood "our" take on Longabergers I doubt that our "dislike" of them has anything to do with them being made in a different way. I'm sure no one will disagree that they have done impressive things for the people and the town and it is well deserved and a valuable service. In my case my complaint is that people are buying them as collectors items that are sure to appreciate in value (at the present time maybe). But lets face it the very thing that makes an item valuable/collectible is it's rarity. And one thing they "ain't" is rare. I am fascinated that the same people who have a large collection of them think my baskets are terribly expensive (before Nantucket's). As for the use of molds I don't think anyone would have much of a problem with that in that lots of us use molds. I think the production line deal is one of the things that bother us, i.e. your comment on them having quota's (general motors?) which accounts for our feeling that they aren't as well made as they could be because of the lack of time for follow up work (drying time for packing down). I don't think anyone will argue with their marketing techniques. Your comment about rim fillers leaves me confused. Some use them (Nantucket's) some don't (Shakers). They are just a finishing device not a sign of quality. Guess I've said my piece. Forgive the use of the word us/we. It wasn't meant in the royal sense or to imply that I'm speaking for everyone but surely there are others who think as I do. (Does that make for a scary world??!!) I guess I've "contributed" enough for now. Billie in Va. Beach where it ISN'T raining. %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Thanks for saying it Catherine Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 09:34:42 -0700 From: "Brewer, Heidi" To: "'David Collins (AKA Weavers Words)'" Catherine J. Smith-thanks for saying it! I have always admired a successful basket business, be it Longaberger, a Shaker maker, or a Naturals weaver. Any weaver who can make a living doing what they love is to be admired-and a mentor. I personally cannot judge a person for the type of art or craft they make, any creative person should be encouraged not scourged! I traded one of my waxed linen coiled baskets for a Longaberger-it makes a great storage basket for our boat keys! In my other life (the working one) I am a construction manager and I think Longaberger's building is one of the greatest (and biggest) examples of marketing a product. Again, thanks for saying it! There is no shame in making a living by making & selling baskets. Heidi Brewer-Peters %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: re: Longabergers Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 13:36:29 -0400 From: "Angie Wagner-Country Seat" To: "David" Hi all, Re: Longaberger baskets. I can't and won't speak for anyone else, but I will speak for myself. It's wonderful what Longaberger has done for Dresden OH and it's inhabitants. It's wonderful that they employ so many people and seem to truly care about their employees. And yes, of course they are woven by hand (woven on a mold is just another style, not good or bad), I've still never heard of a machine that can weave a basket. However, they are not woven properly and that's my biggest beef. They are woven from maple which shrinks as it dries. A basket woven from wood should never be finished the day it's started (most baskets shouldn't), there will be gaps between the rows and the basket will be weaker because of it. The rows need to be packed down before the rim is put in place. I object to the misconception that they are worth more that a properly woven basket. I object to the misconception that they are more special than other more unique baskets. I object to people's comments that my baskets aren't as good as an "L" basket, just because they are not "L" baskets. (I take great pride in my baskets and have passed jurying into the PA Guild of Craftsmen and have been a basket weaver for over 10 years). I object to the misconception that "L" baskets will be more valuable in years to come. A basket is a basket and it's only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. When someone snubs their nose at a finely crafted basket, woven by one person start to finish, because it's not an "L" basket, I think there's something wrong with that. Up until a year ago my last name was Longenecker. Can you imagine how frustrating it was when person after person would ask me at craft shows if I was part of the OH group? I am proud of the fact that I weave mostly one-of-a-kind baskets that are nothing like the (to me) boring uniformity of "L" baskets. It's frustrating to compete against the great marketing firm they have. Honestly, I would never want to be in their shoes (of course the money would be nice), what makes my baskets special is what I bring to them. My personality is woven into each basket. It's a part of me and sometimes it's hard to let go of them. I confess there are times when I just sit and look at what I wove that week or the month before or years before. They make me happy and fulfilled. I hope that that is how my customers feel each time they look at a basket they purchased, happy. If an "L" basket creates that feeling in it's owner, good for them. They don't do that for me. Isn't this what makes the world go round? If we all liked "L" baskets, wouldn't life be boring? If someone asks me, I tell them how an "L" basket should be woven and I take that opportunity to educate them and show them how my baskets are woven. Hopefully a conversation will start and they will go away with a better understanding of basketry. I own some old willow baskets that I'm sure were woven in a factory setting in Europe (on has a made in Poland stamp on the bottom). The difference between them and "L" baskets is that much more care was taken in the weaving and finishing of these baskets and much more skill was needed to weave them (they may be "worth" much, they may be worth little, I like the shapes and look of them). Society in general is quicker today and many products are slapped together. I refuse to follow. I won't spend a lot of money on anything that is not well made and made to last and I wouldn't ask anyone to spend money on something I wove unless it was well made. I will continue to weave my unique baskets one at a time. Just one weaver's opinion. Whew, I was up on the box way too long. Have to admit, "L" baskets can get my dander up. Feeling better now. Angie The Country Seat http://www.countryseat.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 4 I. 41 Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 10:47:20 -0700 From: Sue Ann Boitnott To: David Collins References: 1 Bobbie: Your opinion on manners was very well stated. And we know first hand about your hospitality - simply wonderful! Mary Hooper: I have been using Aubergine Rit dye for at least 2.5 years. The # on the box is 33. I would be happy to send you some if you cannot find it. Maybe we could exchange some colors. This summer has been great for the flower gardens and willow patches! Haven't done much weaving this summer. Have been building rustic willow chairs and teaching classes with Larry. Also, thinking of expanding my horizons and taking a quilting class. Peace filled days everyone, Sue Ann in Weidman, MI %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Apologies Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 11:49:33 -0600 From: "Rae Hunter" To: "Debbie wagenecht" CC: "Weavers Words" Boy, after catching up on my e-mail and weavers words I am really embarrassed that I am enjoying my mini pack basket and I have not got your thank you card into the mail. What can I say other than it will get into it today. It is certainly not for the lack of appreciation, all I can offer as an excuse is that sometimes life and death get in the way of living. I read the WW mail and feel severely chastised and rightly so. I will not enter the next swap as punishment and a reminder to myself to be more considerate. (And I love swaps) so maybe the one after. Thanks to all Cheers Rae (maybe I could use age as an excuse, I just turned 70 in July, No? I guess not. The mind is cloudy but it still lets the sunshine in) %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 4 I. 41 Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 14:19:21 EDT From: SharWaters@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net To Mary Hooper regarding Rit dye and unavailable colors. I just checked out their website...ritdye.com and you can order directly from them if you cannot find your desired color. Check it out. Sharon Waters Marcellus, NY %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Basketry Represented in The Crafts Report Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 15:05:48 EDT From: Wickrwoman@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net David and all, Again The Crafts Report magazine has done it, running two features on basketmakers in their September 2000 issue! First was an excellent article on the Fall Art Tour in Baraboo, WI, where former basketmaker Char TerBeest-Kudla and her jewelry artist husband, Frank live. The second article featured New York resident, Shaker, Nantucket and Taghkonic basketmaker Anette Meier. For six years now, the third weekend in October has been the time slot for the open studio tours of over 40 resident artists in Baraboo, WI. This highly concentrated "artist colony" opens their doors for visitors from all over the nation to get an insider look at the way art studios operate. Great suggestions on organizing, promotion and brochure design are in the article to help you form your own "art tour." Anette Meier was featured under the "Regional Profile: Connecticut & New York" with a picture of her at work in her studio and a one of a Canterbury basket, too. The article went on to say how she got into making black ash baskets, and how the Internet has helped to promote her basketweaving. Under the same heading, but under a different section, was a striking round reed basket by Mary Ducat of the Connecticut River Artisans Cooperative. For those of you that do not already subscribe to The Crafts Report and want to see what it's all about, go to their website at http://www.craftsreport.com Each month the post highlights of the magazine and also have beautiful pictures to go along with the articles. There is a subscription form area, too, so you have no excuse not to sign up. Please consider writing to the editors to tell them how much we appreciate The Crafts Report's coverage of our basketry medium and make suggestions as to what you would like to see in future issues. I have been a subscriber off and on to this wonderful magazine since the early 1980s and have always found their articles relevant, informative and provocative. It has only been in the last ten years maybe, that they have begun to feature basketmakers on a regular basis. Finally, we are making our presence known loud and clear on the national art scene and appreciate all the coverage that the periodicals are giving our medium! The Wicker Woman/Cathryn Peters/Zumbro Falls, MN http://www.wickerwoman.com http://wickerwoman.listbot.com/ http://albums.photopoint.com/j/AlbumList?u=16796&Auth=false %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Rit Dye Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000 20:46:28 -0700 (PDT) From: Anette Meier Reply-To: meier@ahmbaskets.com To: David Collins Hi there, All the colors of Rit Dye are available through: Atkinson's 1-810-621-4947 sandy atkinson sandya@tir.com www.sandyatkinson.com You can also buy Rit Dye directly from Rit, I believe up to 32 bottles or packages... You may be able to get the aubergine, slate blue, and pewter gray right from them... the address is below. The price is the going retail price... Rit Consumer Affairs Dept. BW P. O. Box 21070 Indianapolis, In 46221 317-231-8044 Hope this helps! Anette http://www.ahmbaskets.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Patti Hawkins Weekend Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 07:48:20 -0500 From: "Barbara Byrne" To: "David C (Weavers Words)" Hi all, A Weekend with Patti Hawkins at Gasconade Nature Retreat is scheduled for September 22-24. There are still a couple of slots available. Patti will be teaching Diagonal Plaiting in a Nutshell, Strata, and Fundamentally Twill. Join us for the weekend or just come for a class or two. If you're interested, please email me privately for more information or registration forms. Thanks a bunch! Barb in Vienna, MO (It's gotten cool today!) Barb & Mike Byrne Come see what a RELAXING GETAWAY can be!! Gasconade Nature Retreat & Getaway www.nature-retreat.com byrne@socket.net %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Rit Dyes Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 09:26:56 -0400 From: Winnie Organization: @Home Network To: davidc Hi Everyone, Mary Hooper asked about Rit Dyes. Baskets of Joy at has Aubergine, Slate Blue and Black Plum, and 27 more, a great selection! Winnie %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: A cedar savage goes to heaven Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 09:44:52 -0400 From: "J. Nye" To: For Weaver's Words, Just a note to announce to everyone the wonderful experience I just had. About thirty-five basket makers came to my house this past weekend and gave me a gift I will always carry with me. The vision of a very fine person from down below (lower Michigan) pounding a log in tandem with a u.p. forest products person (i.e. logger) for two days(and her insisting on carrying the carcass home with her, bloody hands and all) was a site to behold!!!!! Only to be matched by an early morning walk to the blueberry bush where in fifteen minutes these folks pulled enough spruce and tamarack root to build a small canoe, on their knees in the dirt and laughing--what a delight. These are usually lonely tasks for me and somewhat of a drudgery at times and what a humbling experience to have folks put so much joy into them. Well anyway, I just want to say to you all THANK YOU!!! I am humbled and honored--and we will do it again next year (maybe with fires and camping for those who wish--already planning). Love you all, Daniel %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Bruce Baker tape Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 10:55:43 -0700 From: "Jan Putra" To: David, You knew that you would get this question. Where could you get the Bruce Baker tape on Being a Dynamic Craft Seller? Thanks, Jan Putra %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: BASKETS 2001 Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 18:28:28 -0400 From: "Steve Catsos" To: "david collins" BASKETS 2001 is a fabulous calendar featuring baskets by 13 award-winning basketmakers. Check out http://basketry.about.com/hobbies/basketry/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http://susinuss.tripod.com/2001calendar.htm For the photos and ordering information. Happy Weaving! JoAnn Kelly Catsos %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Re: Swap responses Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 19:37:28 EDT From: Kg4baskets@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net For the life of me I can't imagine anyone complaining publicly about not getting a response for the basket they sent! I would think that if you didn't get a response, you would write them a personal note to see if perhaps they were on vacation, possibly either they or a family member were ill or heaven forbid--had died, or quite possibly they just did not receive it. It is my understanding that the baskets do not need to be filled, so perhaps they all should not be filled. The person who only makes the basket could possibly be made to feel that they are sending a lesser item if they do not fill. And let's face it not every one has the same taste when it comes to filling a basket. Some only prefer the basket for the great gift it is itself. Thanks for letting me vent this--I'm sure there are reasons that people do not always respond and we should be a little slower in criticizing them. Kathy %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 4 I. 38 Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000 22:18:10 -0400 From: "Donna L" To: "David Collins" Hi everyone - Just a quick note regarding New Orleans - a MUST is the daily jazz brunch buffet at "The Court of Two Sisters" at 613 Rue Royale in the French Quarter. Weather permitting seating is in the outdoor courtyard. Go with an appetite as every kind of Creole and Cajun food is available. Reservations are not absolutely necessary, but it is a good idea as it can get full. The building itself is just a marvel to walk around and look at. It has retained most of it's original splendor and several employees are more than happy to tell you about it's history. Take advantage of the trolley transportation - a pass is well worth it as it will take you not only around the French Quarter, but out to the Garden District (use the walking tour as described in the free brochures from the Visitor's Centers) where many old mansions retain their original splendor. The walk is easy and specific places are pointed out in the brochure. It is well worth your time to walk around the old cemetery in the Garden District also. Yes, I was there for the first time last year and managed to see an awful lot in the 2-1/2 days we had to tour. I would suggest leaving the youngsters behind while touring the French Quarter - even in daylight, can be a bit unsavory. Trying to catch up after being away for a week-will post later about our day on Nantucket and what we saw there. Donna bordlong@fast.net http://www.countryseat.com %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: Ash camp Date: Thu, 17 Aug 2000 07:06:43 -0400 From: "Dan & Poppy" To: This is one long time (really long time) lurker who is so excited about the time spent at "ash camp" that I think I must share with this group. Ash camp was a gathering of around 30 people who were some of the most willing to work and share folks around the Midwest I am sure. From donating logs and trees to feast of food for lunch to sweat and sore muscles swinging and axe or ripping out roots everyone pitched in to learn and share. And learn we did, from ash pound to bast retting, gum boiling, standing in ash swamp and root splitting a great time was had by all. I especially fortunate to have the opportunity to know better 3 guest which spent time around the campfire in the evenings at our summer camp. Sue, Bert, and Marty are each very special people. And CREATIVITY abounds in their minds. I discovered that I had been burning in the campfire some of the most unique woodland treasures imaginable. As Bert and Marty each left camp with a bag or 2? of treasures found scavenged from the woods. They both left for home driving at least 5 passenger vehicles with room only perhaps for a driver, and a little space to see out the rear window maybe. So gatherers-basket makers take note.-(be sure to buy big vehicles to haul treasures in) It certainly gave me "new "eyes to see what I had been taking for granted. Bert a great big public thank you for the beachcomber basket. WOW! Did it turn out great... She wove for me a rib basket from "treasures" found at the camp, birch and root and bass and cones and stone and twine and who know what else, I find something else each time I look. Enjoyed my time with Daniel Nye at "ash camp" so much. Thank-you again Daniel. From Negaunee MI Poppy %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Subject: RE: Alice in Fiberland Spin In 2000 - The Gathering Date: Thu, 17 Aug 2000 19:24:58 -0400 From: "Harper, Laurie J" To: "'David Collins'" David, Thanks for adding me to your list. I'm not sure how this works, but thought I'd send a note out on Weaver's Word... I'm wondering if any other basket weavers are going to Delavan, Wisconsin October 12-15 for the Sievers Fiber Arts Gathering/Alice in Fiberland - Spin-in 2000? I'm planning on going and wondering if any one else has been before or is planning on going? Let me know! Thanks, Laurie %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% If for any reason you would ever like to cancel your subscription, simply send me a message with "unsubscribe" as your subject.