CEDAR RAPIDS - Joanna Schanz has no idea how many willow baskets she's woven over the past half century. 'No, absolutely not,” she said, laughing. Suffice to say Schanz has woven more than a few. She ...

A 31-year-old willow-weaving basket maker in Co Mayo, said he feels a "responsibility" to keep aspects of the ancient ...

From cradles to water jugs, willow baskets are essential for many Great Basin Natives. “From the time we are born, we are in a basket — a willow basket,” said Leah Brady, a member of the Shoshone ...

Ask Lee Zieke how long it takes to complete one of her handwoven willow baskets, and she’s likely to reply with a riddle: “When do I get to say I started?” she says with a grin. “Was it when I planted ...

BELOIT - The Welty Center, 1201 Big Hill Ct., Beloit, will be holding a class in grapevine and willow basket-making from noon - 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 23. The event is set for ages 8 to 15 years.