Discover the art of pine needle basketry and connect with nature through this hands-on class. Connect to nature and creativity as you learn to weave your first pine needle basket!
Saturday, October 11th, and Sunday, October 12th
11 am - approximately 2 pm each day
Held in Woodland Park near Green Lake in Seattle. We will sit in a covered table area in the event of rain. Specific location instructions provided upon sign up.
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 6 hours long
All supplies
A weaving summary for your future use
A selection of curated videos for your future reference
Cost is $175 per person
10% of profits are donated to Na’ah Illahee Fund
4 spots remain