SEPTEMBER 9—11, 2016

Camp Tuck-a-Basket 2016 Community Activity Center, Normal, Illinois

Schedule of Events Friday, September 9 Saturday, September 10 Sunday, September 11 12:30 pm Vendor set-up 7:00am Vendor set-up 8:00 am Registration 4:30 pm Registration 8:00 am Registration 8:30 am Classes begin 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Classes 8:30 am Classes begin Noon Lunch

Noon Lunch 1:00 - 3:30 pm Classes A light supper will be available. LLBWA Meeting

Classes 12:30 pm 1:00 - 5:30 pm

3:00 pm Silent Auction ends

Vending: 4:30 pm—9:30 pm Vending: 8:00 am—6:00 pm Vending: 8:00 am—1:00 pm

Registration Information We have five outstanding teachers offering classes on Friday evening and all day Saturday and Sunday. There is something for everyone and for all weaving levels.

Before you register, please read the class descriptions carefully and pay attention to suggested weaving levels, special tools required, and basket size when making your selections. Classes range from four to eight hours.

Your registration form and class selections must be received by June 1st to be considered as a first day registration. Many classes will fill on the first day, so don’t delay. Please read and carefully follow all

instructions on the registration form.

You must be a LLBWA member to register. If you are not currently a member, it’s not too late to join. Simply add the $20 for membership dues to your registration fees.

Registration fees are reduced this year! Registration is $10 for Friday evening, $35 for Saturday, $25 for Sunday, or $60 for the entire weekend.

Meals are not included in the registration fee. Meals will be available at the facility Friday evening as well as Saturday and Sunday afternoon, but must be pre- ordered and pre-paid. Meal information will be forthcoming

with your class assignment confirmation packet. You will receive your class assignment confirmation packet sometime after June 7th. The fees for your classes, meals, and additional kit orders must be returned by August 1st.

There will be no cancellations or refunds allowed after August 1st. If you must cancel after this date, you will need to have someone pick up your kit(s) from the teacher(s) at Camp Tuck.

Questions? Visit our website at www.llbwa.com or contact our Camp Tuck Coordinator:

Jan Fries 309.829.2589 Jfdf143@gmail.com

Attention Shoppers!

As always, those attending Camp Tuck will have the opportunity to

shop at a variety of basket vendors.

This year's lineup includes Bonnie's

Baskets and Chmelar Basketry and Wood.

We also are looking for additional vendors. An

application is included in this newsletter.

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Hotel Information We have reserved a block of rooms at the following hotel:

Baymont Inn & Suites 604 ½ I.A.A. Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 Hotel front desk: 309-662-2800

Located very close to Veterans Parkway, just over 3 miles from the Community Activity Center, and minutes from Eastland Mall and The Shoppes at College Hills. The hotel offers free parking, free wi-fi, a free breakfast, and there is an elevator. The hotel is also pet friendly, however there is an additional fee for pets, as well as some additional conditions. So, if you plan to take a pet along, please contact the hotel for conditions first. We have reserved 20 double rooms and 15 kings at the rate of $77.28 per night, including tax. Reservations will be held until August 31. After that time, the group rate will not be available.

Other nearby hotels:

Candlewood Suites 309-862-4100Hampton Inn & Suites 309-452-8900Holiday Inn Express & Suites 309-862-1600Courtyard Bloomington/Normal 309-862-1166

Weaving Levels

Beginner:

Student has little or no weaving experience with materials or technique used.

Intermediate:

Skilled in basic techniques and materials used. Weaver has no trouble setting up bases, twining, over/under weaves and rims using the material of the class offered.

Advanced:

Mastered all basic and intermediate skills for materials and techniques used. This class is more challenging.

All Levels:

Classes offered to all student skill levels from Beginner to Advanced.

Directions to Community Activity Center From I-55 Southbound: Take Veterans Parkway Exit 167. Turn left at the stop sign at the end of the ramp. Get in the far right lane and take the Shelbourne/Normal exit on the right. Turn right at the stop sign at the end of the ramp. Continue on Shelbourne to Beech Street. Turn left onto Beech St and go two blocks. Turn left on Lincoln and then turn left on Cole Street. The parking lot is on the right and the Community Activity Center is on the left.

From I-74 Eastbound: Take Exit 127 toward Chicago and then merge onto I-55 North. Take the N Main St/US 51 S Business Exit 165A toward Bloomington-Normal. Take a left on Raab Road then a right on Linden St. Take a left at Shelbourne Drive then turn right on to Beech St. Turn left on Lincoln St. then left on Cole St. The parking lot is on the right and the Community Activity Center is on the left.

From I-74 Westbound: Take I-55 N/US 51 N. Take the N Main St/US 51 S Business Exit 165A toward Bloomington-Normal. Take a left on Raab Road then a right on Linden St. Take a left at Shelbourne Drive then turn right on to Beech St. Turn left on Lincoln St. then left on Cole St. The parking lot is on the right and the Community Activity Center is on the left.

From I-39 Southbound: Merge onto I-55 N via exit left toward Chicago. Take the N Main St/US 51 S Business Exit 165A toward Bloomington-Normal. Take a left on Raab Road then a right on Linden St. Take a left at Shelbourne Drive then turn right on to Beech St. Turn left on Lincoln St. then left on Cole St. The parking lot is on the right and the Community Activity Center is on the left.

From US 51 Nortbound: Merge onto US 51 N toward Peoria/Rockford and stay straight on I-55 N. Take the N Main St/US 51 S Business Exit 165A toward Bloomington-Normal. Take a left on Raab Road then a right on Linden St. Take a left at Shelbourne Drive then turn right on to Beech St. Turn left on Lincoln St. then left on Cole St. The parking lot is on the right and the Community Activity Center is on the left.

Please Note: There are limited handicapped parking spaces in front of the Activity Center.

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Friday Evening Classes Duo Delight - Bracelet

Instructor: Linda Scherz Allen Class Length: 4 hrs Weaving Level: All Levels Class Fee: $47

Description: All your friends will want you to make them this bracelet. It’s the newest edition to Linda’s jewelry. The beads work well between the cotton cords as you stitch your bracelet together. Bracelet can be made up to 21” in length allowing it to be wrapped around your wrist a few times. Students will have a selection of beads and cotton cord color choices. Linda will demonstrate and teach you the stitch and her tips for making ease.

Special Tools: Small embroidery scissors, tape measure. A personal light and magnifying glasses may be helpful.

Dimensions: Width: ½” Length: Up to 21”

Beaded Snack Bowl

Instructor: Karen Kotecki Class Length: 4 hrs Weaving Level: Intermediate Class Fee: $40

Description: Beaded snack is full of beads and color. Start with a double-spoked and twined base, with dyed and natural spokes. Pooch up the center to start side weaving. The shaping challenge is to be sure to get enough space, but not too much space, so those wood beads fit just right. The bead row is framed by rows of reverse arrows. Learn the advantages of gluing spokes to the rim row. Lash with a strong and colorful waxed polyester cord.

Dimensions: Diameter: 9” Height: 5”

Just a Little Froggy

Instructor: Gail Hutchinson Class Length: 4 hrs Weaving Level: Intermediate Class Fee: $58

Description: This vase is woven over a glass jar. The frog lid separatesand holds yourflowers in place. Learn three rod-wale with a step-up, and a 1-2-3 twill using beautiful space dyed reed. Several combinations of color tochoose from. All spokes in place ready to weave.

Special Tools: Small clips are helpful

Dimensions: Diameter: 4” Height: 7”

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Friday Evening Classes Tea Bag

Instructor: Kathy Taylor Class Length: 4 hrs Weaving Level: All Levels Class Fee: $40

Description: This Tea Bag Basket is made on a mold using a combination of TigerAsh ™ and hand pounded black ash for a beautiful look. A cherry slotted rim makes it easy to complete. I use it for tea bags but there are any number of uses for this little basket.

Dimensions: Width: 5 ¼” Length: 3 ¾” Height: 2 ½”

New Caddy

Instructor: Billy Owens Class Length: 4 hrs Weaving Level: All Levels Class Fee: $85

Description: It has a Solid White Oak divider making it perfect for carrying your cutlery or favorite basket-making tools. I will share how I select, cut and prepare by hand timber making it suitable for weaving

Dimensions: Width: 6” Length: 10” Height: 6”

Saturday Classes Jester

Instructor: Gail Hutchinson Class Length: 8 hrs Weaving Level: Intermediate Class Fee: $79

Description: This is a unique open weave bottom. Learn four and three rod-wale with a step-up, a 1-2 twill, wheels, overlay placement, and a waxed linen lashed rim with a keeper.

Dimensions: Diameter: 11” Height: 5”

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Saturday Classes Nimotsu

Instructor: Karen Kotecki Class Length: 8 hrs Weaving Level: All Levels Class Fee: $80

Description: NIMOTSU is a stand-out reed tote starting on an oak base with a narrow slot, eliminating the need to twine in spokes. The 3 rows of dynamic double-cross blossoms are woven with bleached cane. Start/stop rows, reverse arrows and three-rod wale complete the weaving techniques. Finish with shaker tape handles on a rim lashed with waxed polyester cord.

Dimensions: Diameter: 8 ½” Length: 12” Height: 10”

Ozark Baby Basket

Instructor: Billy Owens Class Length: 8 hrs Weaving Level: All Levels Class Fee: $95

Description: The Ozark Baby basket has a woven Oak rectangle “herringbone” bottom and large oval top 2 braided leather handles. I will share all things concerning White Oak from how I select my timber and how I split it with a homemade tool called a spit knife.

Special Tools: Basic weaving tools, sharp scissors, water bucket, and an awl.

Dimensions: Width: 9” Length 15” Height: 9 ½”

Enchanted

Instructor: Linda Scherz Allen Class Length: 8 hrs Weaving Level: Intermediate Class Fee: $75

Description: Woven with 7 ply waxed linen and delica beads this is an eye- catching piece. Weave the base with two colors waxed linen, changing color as you weave the base and incorporate a beaded foot. With a slight lifting, continuing to weave the base and add another beaded row. The sides have an arrow pattern and more beads. Finish with a double braided rim. Linda will teach you her techniques for ending and starting a row, changing color, adding beads, twine and reverse twine. There will be concentration on shape and tightness while weaving.

Special Tools: Small sharp scissors, tape measure, waxed linen packing tool with pointed tip. A personal light and magnifying glasses may be helpful.

Dimensions: Diameter: 2 ¾” Height: 1 ½ “

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Saturday ClassesTall Cape Cod Cottage

Instructor: Kathy Taylor Class Length: 4 hrs Weaving Level: All Levels Class Fee: $79

Description: This all wooden basket is made on a mold. The TigerAsh TM

gives the basket a unique striped look. The deep red of the cherry hand and rim sets it apart from other baskets. Student will learn the best method to nail a rim to a basket.

Dimensions: Diameter: 9 ½” Length: 6” Height: 4 ¾”

Sunday Classes The Square Pie

Instructor: Billy Owens Class Length: 4 hrs Weaving Level: All Levels Class Fee: $70

Description: The Square Pie has a 10” x 10” woven Oak herringbone bottom and is approximately 4 ½” deep excluding the Oak handle, making it perfect for carrying your favorite baked goods. All material comes from trees I have selected out and prepared by hand.

Dimensions: Width: 10” Length: 10” Height: 4 ½”

Matchbook

Instructor: Kathy Taylor Class Length: 6 hrs Weaving Level: Intermediate Class Fee: $75

Description: This hand pounded black ash basket is made on a mold.The accent bands have been pre-stamped. Plain bands are available if you wish. When completed, the basket will hold book matches or the small boxed matches. If you are like most of us, you are always rummaging around in the junk drawer for that book of matches you just know is in there somewhere.

Dimensions: Diameter: 4” Length: 2” Height: 6”

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Sunday Classes X’s and Ohh’s

Instructor: Gail Hutchinson Class Length: 6 hrs Weaving Level: Intermediate Class Fee: $68

Description: Weave with beautiful space dyed reed over a mold that you keep. Learn three rod-wale with a step-up, German twill, and cross overs. Space dyeing will be discussed.

Special Tools: Cable ties are helpful

Dimensions: Diameter: 5” Length: 8 ½” Height: 6”

Overlapped

Instructor: Karen Kotecki Class Length: 6 hrs Weaving Level: Intermediate Class Fee: $50

Description: A basket of hand-painted paper with lots of techniques to learn. The base is twined with a unique material that becomes integral to the overall design. Go from flat to weaving diagonal corners to get the peaks and valley. Learn to weave and overlay to create shoulders. Finally, learn to create the flaps that are overlapped and secured to the baskets with coordinated beads. You can also firm-up your basket with an application of water-based varnish.

Special Tools: 4-6 micro clips

Dimensions: Diameter: 7” Length: 7” Height: 2 ½”

Mini Adirondack Pack Basket

Instructor: Linda Scherz Allen Class Length: 6 hrs Weaving Level: Beginner to Intermediate Class Fee: $71

Description: 4 ½” x 6 ½” x 8 ¾”H top of rimMini is Linda’s middle decorative pack, version of a traditional Adirondack Pack Basket. Students will start with pre-cut spokes and weave a plain weave base, continuous weave the sides and complete the basket with a handle, rim, rim filler and lash on rim. Linda will teach you many techniques that you will use to create this unique shaped basket. Complete the Adirondack look as you place your pre-made custom leather harness on your completed basket. Techniques – plain weave, continuous weave, tapering and scarfing a weaver, packing, fitting, scarfing rim and lashing on the rim.

Dimensions: Diameter: 4 ½” Depth: 6 ½” Height: 8 ¾”

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Teacher Biographies

Gail Hutchison—Wilton, WV Weaving is a big part of my life and has been for over 30 years. Designing and teaching are two of my favorite things to do. I’ve written over 100 patterns and taught most of them. I have met some life long friends along the way and look forward to weaving and sharing with new friends. When I’m not creating baskets or on the road teaching, I love playing with paper and beads, doodling and watching my grandchildren grow.

Karen Kotecki—Dousman, WI For 20 years and counting, weaving has been my passion. All materials, all shapes, sizes and designs intrigue me. Paying it forward by teaching is a privilege. I thank you all.

Billy Owens—Jenkins, MO Billy Owens is the second generation of the ‘Owens’ White Oak basket makers. His dad, Dale Owens, was self-taught and the first basket maker in the family. His wife, Theresa, helps with the weaving, as well as the children and grandchildren (the third and fourth generations). ‘Owens Oak Baskets’, has been around for over 30 years in the Ozarks of Southwestern Missouri. All the material used in their baskets is made from White Oak timber grown herein the Ozarks, which Billy selects, cuts and prepares by hand using a homemade hand tool, which was made by his Dad, called a ‘split knife’. Billy has taught at conventions and workshops all over the United States. In his classes he enjoys sharing with his students everything about the ‘White Oak’, from selecting the right tree to how he prepares the material for weaving. It is his goal when he teaches, that first and foremost, everyone leaves with a finished basket that they can be proud of and have had a fun time learning about the process of White Oak basket making.

Linda Shertz Allen—Rome, NY

My passion for basketry started 29 years ago. My interest quickly expanded to designing, teaching, occasional exhibitions, and juried shows. I enjoy working with a variety of materials including reed, bark that I harvest, waxed linen, beads, and various materials. Mostly self-taught, I love to create with color, design, and combine materials like I do with my miniatures. Teaching in many states, I enjoy sharing my basketry knowledge and experiences with my students. It’s rewarding to see their progress and excitement with what they have learned and made.

Kathy Taylor—Hohenwald, TN In 1999, I was a widow working at Dartmouth College, an Ivy League school in Hanover, NH when I met Nathan Taylor. Our “first date” was a trip to his basket shop in Sanbornton, NH to make a basket. My first basket! Over time our friendship grew. We married and both sold our homes and opened a new basket shop in Warner, NH. Over the next 12 years I built my skills as an ash splint basket maker. Eventually we followed the warm weather to Tennessee and have a shop in Hohenwald.

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Silent Auction

Volunteer Today for Camp Tuck!

Once again we will be weaving at the Community Activity Center for Camp Tuck 2016 and there are lots of opportunities to help make this year’s weaving event a success through volunteer efforts.

If you can help, please review the volunteer opportunities on the separate Volunteer Form included in this brochure and mark the items you would be interested in assisting with. Fill in your contact information and return the volunteer form with your registration.

We will be in touch with you about assignments as the event draws closer.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Karen Wester

Karen Wester is coordinating this year’s effort. If you have something you would like to donate for the raffle, please contact Karen at 309.287.9764 or email her at klwester@comcast.net.You may bring your donation with you to Camp Tuck or, if you prefer, you can mail or deliver it to Karen earlier. Please include your name and the estimated value with your donation.

The Silent Auction will end Saturday at 3:00 pm. Check out will be announced shortly after. Cash or check will be accepted for payment.

Please show your support for LLBWA with a donation to the Silent Auction—any donation is much appreciated and helps keep the cost of registration down!

We will have a Silent Auction this year to help offset the costs of Camp Tuck. In years past, the auction has generated a variety of generous donations, including an assortment of wine-related items; weaving kits and supplies; “theme” baskets, gift certificates and much more.

Karen's address is: Karen Wester 706 Angela Drive Normal, IL 61761

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Volunteer Form Camp Tuck- A- Basket September 9 - 11 , 2016

Community Activity Center, Normal, IL

Name:

Phone:

E-mail:

Friday, September 9

Vendor/teacher host

You will need to be available at 1:30 p.m. and will help teachers/vendors find their location at the Activity Center and assist them as needed (need at least 8 volunteers)

Registration desk

You will need to be available by 4 p.m. and will register weavers (need at least 2 people)

Dinner helper

You will need to be available by 4:30 p.m. and help distribute Friday’s meal (need 2 people)

Cleanup crew

Help clean up areas at the end of the night

Saturday, September 10

Registration desk

You will need to be available by 7:45 a.m. and help register weavers (need at least 1 person)

Lunch helper

You will need to help distribute lunch (need at least 2 people)

Cleanup crew

Help clean up areas at the end of the day

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Sunday, September 11

Lunch helper

You will need to help distribute lunch (need at least 2 people)

Cleanup crew

Help clean up areas at the end of the day

Miscellaneous

Cookie makers

Need volunteers to make 2 dozen cookies each for our meals

Breakfast

Need volunteers to bring something for breakfast on Saturday or Sunday

Drinks

Need someone to coordinate purchase and setup of pop, water and coffee for the three-day event. This includes getting ice for the coolers each day

Silent auction

Karen Wester is coordinating this year’s silent auction but will need help registering items and determining winning bids.

Other jobs as determined

Questions?

Please contact Jan Fries at jfdf143@gmail.com or call her at 309.829.2589.

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Camp Tuck- A- Basket Registrat ion Form

September 9 - 11, 2016 Please type or print clearly

Name

Address

City, State, Zip

Phone ( ) Email

LLBWA Member Yes No Is this the first time you have attended Camp Tuck? Yes No

Registration forms received by June 1 will be treated as first day registration. Registration forms received after June 1 will be assigned classes subject to available space. Registrations received after August 1 will be charged a $10 late fee and classes will be assigned only with teacher permission. Please mail your registration as soon as possible. The registration fee does not include class material fees, which will be due upon notification of your class assignments.

In the spaces below, indicate first, second, and third class choices for each day with a “1”, “2” and “3” respectively. Please do not list any classes you are not willing to take.

Teacher Friday Class Saturday Class Sunday Class

Gail Hutchison

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Just a Little Froggy Jester X’s and Ohh’s

Karen Kotecki Beaded Snack Bowl Nimotsu Overlapped

Billy Owens New Caddy Ozark Baby Basket The Square Pie

Linda Scherz Allen

Duo Delight Enchanted Mini Adirondack Basket

Kathy Taylor Tea Bag Tall Cape Cottage Matchbook

Camp Tuck-A-Basket Registration Checklist I have enclosed the registration fee made payable to LLBWA

All 3 Days (or Saturday & Sunday)—Registration Fee = $60 $ Or Register for Individual Days:

Friday—Registration Fee = $10 $

Saturday—Registration Fee = $35 $

Sunday—Registration Fee = $25 $

$

$

If not a member of LLBWA, I have included dues of $20

If mailing after August 1, I have included the late fee of $10

I have enclosed a self-addressed, stamped envelope

Total: $

Please send this form, a check for your total fees made payable to LLBWA, and a self-addressed stamped enveloped to:

Jennifer Schrof 1510 Augusta Drive Normal, IL 61761

Please do not send any class fees at this time. Cancellations must be submitted in writing to Jennifer Schrof by mail or email at jenpurdue@comcast.net.

Registration form is also available at www.llbwa.com

No refunds will be made after August 1.

I Want to Contribute!

I want to donate a Silent Auction item What?

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Land of Lincoln Basketweavers Association Camp Tuck-A-Basket 2016

Vendor Information

The Land of Lincoln Basket Weavers Association Camp Tuck-A-Basket will be held September 9th - 11th, 2016, at the Community Activity Center in Normal, Illinois.

Anyone wishing to sell in the Vendor area must be an LLBWA Camp Tuck-A-Basket 2016 teacher or a current member.

Vending will take place in the same building that the classes will be held in, at the Community Activity Center. Lodging is available at nearby hotels. Contact information for lodging is listed elsewhere in the newsletter. Tables will NOT be provided this year, so vendors will be responsible for bringing any equipment necessary for set up.

Vending Fee is $20.00 for a 10 x 10 space. You may have multiple spaces. Just indicate the number of spaces you would like, on the vendor application.

Vendor set up time begins Friday, September 9th, 2016 at 12:30 pm.

Vending Hours:

Friday: 4:30 pm - 9:30 pm Saturday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pmSunday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Meals are available at the facility and must be pre-paid. More details will be sent after the meal plan has been confirmed. LLBWA will be selling soft drinks, bottled water, and coffee at the facility, or you may bring in your own drinks.

Tax Laws: All vendors are required by law to pay the Normal, Illinois 8.75% sales tax. Vendors are responsible to file and submit the tax.

Insurance: All vendors are responsible for their own insurance coverage. Neither the LLBWA nor the Community Activity Center will accept responsibility for any damage or loss incurred.

Please contact: Marcia Hammerstrand 16 Fountain Lake Court Bloomington, IL 61704 Phone: 309/663-5848 Email: mshammer@a5.com

Reed *Tools Baskets * Kits

Supplies

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Land of Lincoln Basketweavers Association Camp Tuck-A-Basket 2016

Vendor Application

Name or Business Name ________________________________________

Address______________________________________________________

City/State_____________________________________________

Zip_______________________

Phone________________________________

E-mail________________________________

Names of workers (for name tags): ____________________________________________________________________

What types of products do you sell? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

___ I would like to vend at Camp Tuck, enclosed is my $20 fee for each 10’ x 10’ space requested

___ Please check if you need electricity

Number of 10’ x 10’ spaces requested: _______________

Vendor Fee $ 20.00 per space $ _______________

Please read and sign the following: I understand I am responsible for insurance coverage and will not hold LLBWA or the Interstate Center responsible for any damage or loss incurred. I understand I must pay Illinois sales tax and file appropriate forms.

Signature____________________________________ Date__________________

Please send this form and a check made payable to LLBWA to: Marcia Hammerstrand 16 Fountain Lake Court Bloomington, IL 61704

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Address:

City, State, Zip:

Phone:

e-Mail Address:

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Land of Lincoln Basketweavers

Marcia Hammerstrand Membership Chairman 16 Fountain Lake Court Bloomington, Il 61704

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LLBWA Membership Application

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Note: Be sure to check your newsletter email for information about your membership. You will find the year you are paid through. If you find 2016, your membership is paid through March31, 2017.

Others may see COMP or LIFE, if they have received a complimentary copy or have been granted a life membership, respectively. The membership year runs from April 1 to March 31. Dues are $20 per

year. No partial year payments are accepted. Dues are not refundable or: pro-rated. Land of Lincoln Basketweavers Association membership information is intended solely for LLBWA members and is not

to be sold, rented, or reproduced in any form.

Write your check for $20 payable to LLBWA.

Send your check and application to: Marcia Hammerstrand 16 Fountain Lake Court Bloomington, IL 61704