Willow Connections 2022

Tuesday, October 25th - Friday, October 28th

There are a few spaces open. Send in your Registration today!

The plans are made and we are moving forward to connect with weavers from the willow community – fingers crossed! Willow Connections 2022 is scheduled for October 25^th - October 28^th, at Sievers Fiber Art School, located on Washington Island, Wisconsin.

This event is designed to be a time to share ideas, techniques, and stories with each other as we will all be the “designated teachers”. Bring along baskets, books, photos, anything that will spark ideas for our weaving time. Participants will need to provide their own materials to weave (willow and/or bark) and personal tools to use during our time together. As part of the Willow Connections 2022 we, as a group, will be harvesting the “Walters Willow Patch” on the school’s grounds. The willow will be available for use at the retreat or to take home for the price of $7/pound. All monies will go toward Sievers special funds for studio needs and/or Scholarship funds.

We have reserved the beautiful Walter and Thomson Studios at Sievers. During our time there, group participants will have access to the full kitchens in the studios for their use if needed. Some kitchen utensils, dishes and pans are provided in the kitchens. Check out Sievers Fiber Art School website.

Arrangements for travel, lodging and all meals are the responsibility of the participants. There are many options for lodging and food on Washington Island. Information is available on these two websites:

Destination Door County and Experience Washington Island.

Travel to Washington Island is a beautiful drive through Door County with galleries, restaurants, wineries and amazing views along the way. At the “end of the road”, you will find the Washington Island Ferry Line that you will drive or walk on, for the final part of the trip. There is something transforming about boarding the ferry boat, and leaving the main land behind – a leaving and a moving forward. Magical! For information on ferry cost and schedule, check out the Washington Island Ferry Schedule.

General Information

• Willow Connections 2022 Cost is $150.00

($20.00 registration fee non-refundable, plus a $130.00 retreat fee non-refundable if you cancel and your space is not filled.)

• Event size - 24 participants maximum

• Registration is open now!

All registrations received before or postmarked by March 31st will be included in the drawing for the 24 spaces available. Registrations received after that date will be put on a Wait List if all spaces are filled. Those on the Wait List will be notified if a space opens up due to a cancellation.

• Confirmation will be sent after April 10^th

• Covid Protocols - All participants need proof of full vaccination including boosters. Masks and distancing requirements will be determined as the date approaches. If we need to cancel the event due to pandemic concerns, $130 will be refunded.

Our Schedule

October 25 – 2pm - gather at Sievers Studios for welcome, sharing, and weaving plans. Get settled into the studio spaces and weave the evening away.

October 26 – Open Weave (Studio spaces are open 24 hours for unlimited weaving.)

October 27 – Open Weave *7:00pm we will gather together for a Sharing Circle and Future Focus discussion.

October 28 – Wrap up weaving, clean spaces and goodbyes by 11am.

Ready To Register for Willow Connections?

Click HERE for your registration form.