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ART LOVERS: A Covered Bridge, a Woven Hand, and a Mystery Name Await in West Cornwall

Nestled along the picturesque banks of the Housatonic River, the village of West Cornwall in the heart of the Litchfield Hills beckons artists and art lovers alike. Known for its iconic red-covered bridge—dating back to 1864 and proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places—this historic landmark has long captured the imagination of painters, photographers, and visitors who seek to experience the area’s enduring rural charm.

Crossing the bridge feels like stepping into a world of inspiration and charm, where every corner invites you to discover something unique. This vibrant, creative community is brimming with delightful finds that blend artistry and craftsmanship. Stop by the Ingersoll Furniture Showroom to admire beautifully handcrafted Shaker furniture, or explore Michael Trapp’s one-of-a-kind collection of antiques, architectural gems, and his beautiful garden. For those who love mixing old soul with modern flair, Macaire + Kristoph offers vintage treasures that add instant character to any home. And don’t miss the Souterrain Gallery in the Wish House, where boutique vibes meet gallery sophistication through a curated blend of art, fashion, and accessories. There’s truly something special waiting around every corner!

On Saturday, August 2, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the Soulterrain Gallery at the Wish House will host an opening reception for Tina Puckett, an award-winning American Master Weaver celebrated for her stunning woven art nationwide. Tina’s work—ranging from stunning sculptures, baskets, bowls, and wall hangings to her imaginative series of woven hands titled Perceived Languages—is deeply inspired by nature. Using bittersweet vines and hand-dyed reeds influenced by her South American roots, Tina transforms a once-noxious weed into pieces of grace, color, and texture. Her ability to harmonize shape and form makes each creation truly one-of-a-kind.

Tina Puckett with Unnamed Piece Photo by Debra Lill Studio

Adding an interactive twist to the exhibit, guests are invited to name Tina’s latest sculpture—a striking centerpiece of the show. This unique opportunity allows attendees to actively participate in the creative process and leave their mark on the exhibit. The show runs through September 28, offering ample time to explore the collection and join in the fun. The Soulterrain Gallery is open Thursday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Unnamed Piece Photo by Debra Lill Studio

Also featured is the compelling photography of Sarah Blodgett. With two visionary artists under one roof, this exhibition promises an unforgettable experience for art enthusiasts and curious visitors alike.

For more information about Tina Puckett’s Baskets and her studio at Whiting Mills, Winsted, Connecticut, click here.

For more information about The Wish House and Soulterrain Gallery, click here.

Photo credit of artist Tina Puckett and sculpture: Debra Lill Studio

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Creative Day at Whiting Mills – May 11 Take a Free Class with Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art

On May 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the general public will have the opportunity to unleash their inner artist and let their creativity run wild at Whiting Mill’s “Creative Day” where a variety of classes and workshops are offered at no charge. It is the ideal way to step away from the mundane and get your creativity flowing by signing up for up to three classes. Jewelry makers, candle and soap makers, painters, photographers, special effect make–up artists, and a nationally awarded woven arts weaver have joined together to celebrate and nurture the creative spirit that lives in all of us.

The general public is invited to Whiting Mills located at 210 Holabird Rd. in Winsted at 9 a.m. to sign up for two classes of their choice. After completing their two-morning classes that run from one hour to one and a half hours long, they can sign up for one additional class that is not filled up at noon. The artists can offer these classes for free because of grants from a variety of sponsors. All materials are provided and participants will leave with a piece of art that they have created under the guidance of professional artists and craftspeople. In addition to classes, there will be a series of demonstrations throughout the building to show what the creative process entails and to encourage folks to pursue their dreams in the creative arts.

The classes offered by Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art, located in Studio 305, are three of the most coveted of the day because it gives people the chance to work with a nationally and internationally awarded artist. These intensive and fun classes are limited to six people per session and will run about an hour and a half. The lucky folks who sign up for these classes will leave with a small basket that they have handcrafted from Tina’s hand-dyed reeds. The studio itself is a pleasure to explore because it is a treasure trove of hand-woven work that includes baskets, bowls, sculptures, and wall hangings. Each piece is inspired by Tina’s imagination and woven with hand-dyed reeds into beautiful dynamic shapes in delightful color combinations that won’t be found anywhere else. They are an inspiration and may encourage participants to sign up for one of Tina’s extensive group classes that she offers throughout the year for all levels of weaving acumen.

This is the second annual Creative Day at Whiting Mills that is being held to have fun while learning new skills to encourage participants to keep creating!

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Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art to Participate in Open Studio @ Whiting Mills April 27 and 28

Whiting Mills in Winsted is a magnet for creative people and art lovers. On Saturday, April 27, and Sunday, April 28, in honor of their 20th year as an art co-op, they are inviting the public to explore more than 50 artist studios including nationally acclaimed artists like Tina Puckett, owner of Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art, whose work is highly collectible and far from ordinary

Whether you are a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, Whiting Mills has something for everyone. There are studios of woven art, baskets, paintings, photography, printmaking, jewelry, fiber arts, candles, soaps, pottery, and handmade garments. Meet with seasoned artists who have been with Whiting Mills for 20 years as well as talented newcomers, guest artists for the weekend, and makers and creators of all kinds. A perk of visiting Whiting Mills on April 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. is the chance to get to meet the artist in person, see their creative process up close, find out what inspires their work, and buy directly from the source.

Visitors to Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art will find a treasure trove of hand-woven work that includes baskets, bowls, sculptures, and wall hangings. Each piece is inspired by Tina’s imagination and woven with hand-dyed reeds into beautiful dynamic shapes in delightful color combinations that won’t be found anywhere else. What enhances the character of each piece is the addition of the Bittersweet Vine foraged by Tina in the woods near her home in northwest Connecticut. The natural beauty of bittersweet inspires each custom piece and often dictates the form a basket, bowl, wall hanging, or sculpture will take.

Tina is also offering classes for teens and adults of all abilities for up to six people by reservation only. Classes are offered on Saturday or Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., as well as mini classes from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Classes are also being offered Monday and Friday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. All participants will leave the class with a finished basket or bowl to take home. All materials are provided including a piece of locally foraged bittersweet vine or a wooden hoop, and a choice of hand-colored, custom reeds.

Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art Studio is located in Room 305 @ Whiting Mills at 100 Whiting Street in Winsted. The Studio is open every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you need a special appointment or want to inquire about custom work, please text 860-309-6934 or email tina@tinasbaskets.com.

About Tina’s Baskets

Tina Puckett is a nationally awarded weaver of baskets and woven art who is the owner of Tina’s Baskets which is located at Whiting Mills in Winsted, Connecticut. Tina has been weaving since 1981 using hand-dyed reeds, bittersweet, and a variety of objects like beads or seagrass. Her work is showcased at a variety of galleries across the United States as well as at her gallery/studio where you will often find her weaving on weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Custom orders are accepted and appointments can be arranged by texting 860-309-6934.

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Valentine’s Day Gifts They’ll Fall in Love With @ Tina’s Baskets & Woven Art & Shop and Sip Event

This February Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art at Whiting Mills in Winsted is celebrating love in all its forms with a wonderful array of handmade baskets, bowls, woven wall hangings, and sculptures. These meticulously beautiful pieces of art are perfect to celebrate Valentine’s Day and the enduring bonds between close friends, family, and seldom-seen pals.

This amazing studio is filled to the brim with swoon-worthy art created by Tina Puckett, a national and international award-winning artist, known for her woven art and dimensional weaving. It is fun to visit a working art studio to explore this exquisite selection of thoughtful gifts that you’re nearest and dearest will be smitten with!

Not to be missed is the Second Annual Valentine’s Day “Shop and Sip” event at Whiting Mills on Sunday, February 11th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Whiting Mills will be buzzing with activity with more than 20 art studios and artisan shops open and offering complimentary refreshments and treats, along with one of a kind gift items perfect for Valentine’s Day. To add to the fun, there will be live acoustic music throughout the day in this festively decorated historic mill building that is Instagramable.

While browsing in Puckett’s studio, and chatting with Tina as she weaves her magic, enjoy chocolates and champagne. If you are on the hunt for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day gift basket to fill with goodies, this is the place, a real artist’s studio in fact, to check out! Tina’s Studio is open every weekend in February from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. or by appointment, Shopping for your Valentine has just become easy because a gift from Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art shows your special someone that you truly care.

About Tina’s Baskets
Tina Puckett is a nationally awarded weaver of baskets and woven art who is the owner of Tina’s Baskets which is located at Whiting Mills in Winsted, Connecticut. Tina has been weaving since 1981 using hand-dyed reeds, bittersweet, and a variety of objects like beads or seagrass. Her work is showcased at a variety of galleries across the United States as well as at her gallery/studio where you will often find her weaving on weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Custom orders are accepted and appointments can be arranged by texting 860-309-6934.

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Basket Weaving Classes offered by Award Winning Artist – Tina Puckett At Her Studio

Tina Puckett, owner of Tina’s Baskets and Woven Art in Winsted, Connecticut is a nationally and internationally award-winning woven artist specializing in everything from intricate baskets and bowls to woven sculptures and wall hangings. Puckett has just announced that she is offering a series of year-round classes for teens and adults on Saturday and Sunday and on Monday and Friday nights. “There is a universal and enduring appeal of baskets and woven bowls. The sensation of making something with your hands from reeds and bittersweet vines is empowering, and I want to share that feeling in my classes,” says Puckett.

Learn from an award winning artist

The classes, which are suitable for all skill levels, are offered for up to six people as well as for individuals who want an intensive session. During the weaving session, Tina will share her knowledge about the history of basket weaving and what inspires her work. This hands-on experience provides participants with the basic techniques to create their very own basket or bowl, an understanding of this time-honored craft, as well as improving their understanding of the beauty of bittersweet and reeds. Among the many things that make these classes different is that participants will learn that weaving with bittersweet defines the character and shape of the basket or bowl transforming it into a woven piece of art.

Have fun making this bittersweet tray!

All classes take place in Tina’s atmospherically inspiring Studio at Whiting Mills in Winsted. Part of the fun of is to choose the type of basket or bowl you want to weave, your color palate, and how much time you want to spend weaving it. Participants can choose a class on Saturday or Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Classes are also being offered Monday and Friday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. All participants will leave the class with a finished basket or bowl to take home. All materials are provided including a piece of locally foraged bittersweet vine or a wooden hoop, and a choice of hand-colored, custom reeds. All classes are by advance reservation only and can be made by clicking https://www.tinasbaskets.com/classes

If you can’t make it to the studio, no worries, Tina is also offering classes via Zoom. Off-site classes are also available by special arrangement.

Learn how to make this colorful and useful basket

“I am excited to share what I know,” says Puckett. “It is a tradition that has been handed down through the centuries, in just about every culture around the world. Basketry weaving classes aren’t one of those things that are readily accessible to everybody, which is why I decided to offer classes year-round.”

About Tina’s Baskets

Tina Puckett is a nationally awarded weaver of baskets and woven art who is the owner of Tina’s Baskets which is located at Whiting Mills in Winsted, Connecticut. Tina has been weaving since 1981 using hand-dyed reeds, bittersweet, and a variety of objects like beads or seagrass. Her work is showcased at a variety of galleries across the United States as well as at her gallery/studio where you will often find her weaving on weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Custom orders are accepted and appointments can be arranged by texting 860-309-6934.

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