What’s the best way to learn how to cane chairs myself?
In my opinion, the best way to learn any type of seat weaving, caning included, is to take a class from an expert. Teaching yourself through examining old chairs and learning from books is also a good way, too. That’s how I started, but it’s more difficult, takes more time, and you don’t get the benefit of the mentor’s years of experience. Try to find a class through community education classes, basketry workshops, conventions or guilds, woodworking shops, and the Internet. Check out my teaching schedule to see if I will be in your area sometime soon, or you can email me and arrange a class and I’ll come to you! Be sure to also check the Folk Schools, Workshops, Conventions resource links page for a very extensive listing of classes offered across the country through different venues.
