Connect to nature and creativity as you learn to weave your first pine needle basket.
I will attentively guide you in:
A visualization about pine trees to deepen your connection to the trees and ground into the senses
Learning about Coast Salish basket traditions through visual learning and a short video
Discussion of pine needle collection and storage as you prepare the pine needles for weaving
Building basketry knowledge: learn the difference between coil and warp/weft baskets
Learning all the skills you need to make your own basket
By the end of class, you will have completed your own basket! I will provide:
An engaging and grounding learning experience, approximately 5 hours long
All supplies
Printed weaving summary for your future use
A selection of curated videos for your future reference
Where: Greenlake, Seattle (exact location provided upon registration)
Investment: $120
10% of proceeds donated to Na’ah Illahee Fund
6 spots available.
To sign up or learn more: inquire via my contact page or email weavingwiththetrees@gmail.com