We hope your new year us off to a good start. 2011 was busy year for us. As many of you know, Katherine made a six week trip to Europe to visit basketry festivals, basket makers, museums, and study willow basketry to improve her skills and knowledge of the craft. See bellow for information about her upcoming presentation in Seattle on the trip. After getting back, Katherine made a six week trip to Europe to visit basketry festivals, basket makers, museums, and study willow basketry to improve her skills and knowledge of the craft. See below for information about her upcoming presentation in Seattle on the trip. After getting back, Katherine made several new pieces for Art’s Alive (November 4-6) in La Conner where she was invited to participate in the ‘Emerging Artists’ exhibit. Then we were fortunate to get a mention in a Rita Konig column in the Wall Street Journal about log baskets and fireplaces. Next thing Katherine knew she had a waiting list of orders. Although it is nice to be busy, Katherine hopes to spend time this spring concentrating on work inspired by her trip.