Save the Date for the FTWG 2026 Conference

April 16 - 19, 2026

Pineapple Wine Basket

Skill Level

Intermediate

Required Skills:

Basic weaving skills. Fun basket for all levels!

Class Schedule

Class Length:

Half Day

Class Times:

Sunday, 8 am to 12 pm

Description

This basket is fun and makes a lovely welcome gift. It begins with a basic round base, using a special round base gadget and twinning. The sides are simple over under weave. The curls are made easily with the use of a new pencil that helps to keep all the curls the same size. You will learn to massage the ends for shaping the pineapple leaves.

Students to Bring

  • Water basin
  • Towel
  • Wooden clothespins
  • Small packing tool
  • A new pencil

Instructor Bio

Laura Lee Zanger has been designing baskets and writing patterns since October 2000. She has been teaching on the basketry convention circuit since 2002. She enjoys expressing her creativity using the number rhythms found in Southeastern American Indian and African Congo twill techniques. Laura Lee has also written basketry poems and instructional books. Her goal is to enlighten everyone on the thrill of twill, weaving in single and double woven baskets, mats, and trays. Laura Lee has made several large mats and multiple baskets for Caddo Mounds State Historic Site Visitors Center in Alto, Texas.

Gallery

These photos were provided by the instructor to demonstrate the experience of taking this class.