26148 Caning a Small Stool
Class | Available
Registration Deadline: 2/13
Caning can be considered a cousin to fiber arts weaving. Caning is a traditional crafting
technique found throughout countries around the world for making artwork and furniture. This workshop will introduce the basics of caning using the basket weave pattern on a small wooden stool that can be used as a plant stand or for other light weight items.
AGE: 12 and up
**This Class has a special tuition rate for children. At the top of the page, select Youth Discount. At checkout, a child's tuition will be discounted to $20. The student must be registered as a child in your account profile to receive the discount
- MATERIALS FEE: $30 for rattan, one 12” x 12” x 9” wooden stool frame and written handouts
- STUDENT SUPPLIES: needle nose pliers, spray bottle for water, bath size towel, small pruners OR large scissors, painters tape, silver kitchen knife (not sharp), stapler (Materials can easily be shared)
Vicki Smith
I am a life long fiber artist. I began teaching myself sewing at about age 12 on an old treadle sewing machine by making clothes for myself, my brother and my sisters without patterns. Sewing eventually grew into quilting and making dolls. Knitting became a passion of mine from about age 15. Now my day is not complete unless I knit at least an hour. My first exposure to weaving was in college where I had the opportunity to work on a large variety of big and small looms. My love for weaving has been rekindled through the Weavers’ Guild of Rochester where I have been taking classes for many years, found kindred spirits and have advanced my weaving skills with the help of teachers and friends. I am also a self taught caner. There is nothing more special than finding old chairs and bringing them back to life with freshly caned seats and backs.
I have a life long passion for teaching and sharing my skills with others. I believe that working with your hands, especially with textiles, is healthy for your mind, body and soul. I am an interpreter at the Genesee Country Museum where I demonstrate weaving and quilting techniques and sell my finished products at a variety of sales.