Foraged fibers

Step-by-step directions by Cathryn Peters on how to process cattail leaves after gathering them for chair seat and basket weaving projects.

The milkweed plant produces a fiber that can be used by spinners. Fibers from hemp, flax, dogbane, milkweed and nettle have been used f...

“It's such a joy turning plants that people often see as weeds into tiny little woven baskets and jewelry.”

Did you know you can create your own rope from plants growing near your home? Here are 23 common species that are ideal for making cordage.

@foragedfibres posted on their Instagram profile: “I love the way weaving and working with plants gives you such a strong connection and appreciation…”

From a single dandelion or bindweed, Suzie Grieve weaves minuscule baskets, pouches, and other wearables that are smaller than the tip of her finger. The braided vessels are the result of a lengthy, holistic process that extends from foraging the wild fibers to twisting the processed cords into durable little containers. Whether striped, checkered, or coiled in rows, each basket is a testament to Grieve’s patience and ability to adapt a traditional craft into an unusually tiny form. More

Evening bindweed weaving. Felt the urge the have a weaving evening but had no leaves pre soaked. Thank goodness for that speedily rehydrating bindweed...

Interested in basket weaving? The materials you need may be growing in your own backyard! Here are 15 natural materials to forage for basket making.