Join us for an intimate, hands-on Nantucket Basket weaving experience led by Caryl DeFrancesco—Owner & CEO of HH Perkins Company and a master Nantucket Basket Weaving Instructor with 25 years of teaching experience. With cane at the core of HH Perkins’ heritage, Caryl’s expertise working with top-quality Nantucket Basket weaving cane is unmatched. This is your chance to learn directly from the industry’s leading authority.
Class Overview
- What you’ll make: A sleek, multi-use Nantucket Lightship Basket using a 5.5" round Coaster Mold
- Format: In-person, highly personalized instruction (only 6 spots available)
- Focus: Complete start-to-finish techniques.
Caryl will guide you through every step, sharing the specialized methods she’s honed as a working weaver and as the CEO of the premier cane supplier in the U.S., HH Perkins.
Date, Time, and Price
- Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026, snow date February 28, 2026
- Arrival: Please arrive by 8:30 AM
- Price: $399 per person
- Location: HH Perkins Company (in-person class)
Only 6 seats available—secure your spot now for a focused, mentor-style learning experience.
What’s Included
- Hands-on instruction from HH Perkins’ CEO, Caryl DeFrancesco
- All materials and tools provided—arrive ready to weave
Materials Included
- 5.5" Round Coaster Mold
- 4.5" Cherry Base
- 5.5" Solid Cherry Rim
- 5mm Tapered Staves
- 1.75mm Carriage Fine Strand Cane
- Bone Plug Set
- Rubber band
- Instructional booklet and pattern
Tools Provided
- Scissors, nippers, tweezers, blades
- Mold stand, adapter, and C-clamp
- Stave shaver and chisel
- Glue and leveler
- Steel wool
- Sandpaper
- Tung oil
Why Learn from Caryl at HH Perkins
- Top-tier cane expertise: As the owner of HH Perkins—where cane is a core business—Caryl understands material quality better than anyone.
- Master instructor: 25 years teaching Nantucket Basket classes with proven, approachable methods.
- Professional results: Learn the “why” behind each technique so your basket looks refined, durable, and elegant.
Who Should Attend
- Beginners ready to dive into traditional Nantucket techniques
- Intermediate weavers seeking professional finishing methods
- Makers who value premium materials and expert guidance
Reserve Your Seat
This small-format class sells out quickly.
- Tuition: $399
- Seats: Only 6
- Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 (arrive by 8:30 AM)
