Gift Basket Classes - Where Are They?

September 29, 2008 · Filed Under Classes 

Looking for instruction? A Massachusetts-based teacher plans to conduct a gift basket class on October 25. You’ll see information about it in SouthCoastToday.com.

I’m not familiar with this instructor, so I have no idea if she will show the intricate design techniques to make a professional basket or simply have students line products into a basket without stabilization. I have a feeling that students will be part of the latter.

I’ve been asked numerous times why classes aren’t taught in more locations. There are at least two reasons for this.

1. Designers are too busy in business and not willing to share their secrets. If this is you, I understand. It takes a lot of time and determination to master design techniques and build a roster of clients. It’s something you cannot just give away.

2. Not everyone is a teacher. What’s done in a studio isn’t always translated well in a classroom setting.

Here’s my roster of upcoming classes, listed by demonstration, participatory events, and trade shows. You’ll see that most classes are in my area, but I often travel to other locations to show techniques and distribute supplies.

I hope to add your local area to this roster in the future.

Here’s an article to help you uncover a gift basket class if it’s in your area.

How do you believe you’d benefit from attending a local class?

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2 Responses to “Gift Basket Classes - Where Are They?”

  1. Consuela on October 5th, 2008 6:48 pm

    The very same week I decided to start designing gift baskets I stumbled upon an advertisement in the local newspaper several years ago. The class was for that weekend. I called and they were already fully booked. I didn’t let that stop me. I went anyway and stood on line. It was a rainy Saturday and some registrants didn’t show up. That made room for me. I was determined and it paid off. That class gave me enough design tips to get me started.

  2. Shirley George Frazier on October 7th, 2008 2:14 pm

    Now that’s what I call perseverance.

    I’m so glad, Consuela, that your determination paid off. The ones who didn’t show up obviously missed out on an inspiring event.

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