Who We Are
The Great Basin Basketmakers, founded in 1987 and located in Reno, Nevada, is a guild united by a shared passion for the art of basketry —from time-honored traditional techniques to bold contemporary designs. Our mission is to make baskets, deepen our craft, and pass the art of basketry on to others.
What constitutes a basket? Must it be able to contain something? Must it be symmetrical? These questions and more have prompted lively discussions within the guild. Regardless, members have explored their creative juices and produced countless works of awe and beauty.
Meetings & Workshops
Join us the first Thursday of each month at the Sparks Masonic Center, 2425 Pyramid Hwy, Sparks, NV. Meetings begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by Show & Tell, lunch, and a program or workshop.
Resource Library and Publications
Basketry Resource Library
Great Basin Basketmakers has an extensive resource library which allows members to check out books, DVDs/CDs, tools, and other resources for a month at a time. The library can be accessed at the monthly meetings at the Sparks Masonic Center.
Publications
The Great Basin Basketmakers has three publications with two available for sale.
Weaving Naturally in the Great Basin: A Guide to Harvesting and Preparing Plant Materials for Basketry
Inspired by the field notes and research of founding member Nadine Tuttle, this spiral-bound guide covers over 30 native plants for basket making. Organized alphabetically by common name, each entry includes growing habitat, harvesting times, and weaving preparation. Also features a full-color gallery, line drawings, cordage-making instructions, and project tips. Many plants are found beyond the Great Basin region, making this a useful resource for weavers nationwide. Retail Price: $16 + $6 shipping fee, U.S. only)
"A Basket of Blessings" for artists and other lovers of the Spirit
A perpetual calendar to enjoy year after year created by Mary Lee Fulkerson. Begin each day with a blessing to yourself and the day will rise up to greet you. Retail Price: $10 + ($6 shipping fee, U.S. only)
How to Order: Books are available for purchase at the monthly guild meetings or send your book order request with your check (include the shipping fee) to: Great Basin Basketmakers, PMB 293, 8175 S. Virginia St. #850, Reno, NV 89511.
