Pineneedle baskets

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Basket making supplies I love the outdoors and all it has to offer. I love going on leisurely walks, collecting seeds, pinecones, and leaves; so, when I want to unwind and also be productive, I collect pine needles for selling. I could sell them as is, off the ground or off a fallen tree, but I like to clean and preserve them. This way, the pine needles are ready for whatever project awaits them! ***** The first thing I do once I've collected a good amount of pine needles, is to wash them. I…

This is my latest basket. Pine needles, sliced walnut shells, and artificial sinew. I used 18 guage wire in the handle.

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Pine Needle Baskets for Fun &...Isn't Fun Enough?: Pine needle basketry is a craft that is either relaxing or stress-making, depending on how you do it. With materials provided by Mother Nature, you can create beautiful projects that can enhance your décor, become cherished gifts, or make an interes…

Pine Needle Basket made by Melissa Abbott with Glycerin Preserved Needles MY IMAGINATION IS STIRRED BY GROVES OF PINE TREES, THE LIGHT, THE SMELL, AND THE MAJESTY OF PINES DELIGHTS AND UPLIFTS! This Pine Needle & Tennerife Mattapoisett Purse created in 1970’s by Helen Gastar became my inspiration to learn Pine Needle Basketry. Helen Gastar's daughter, Geri, was my friend and I visited their home and saw Helen making this basket many years ago. It always stayed with me and I am sure you can…

One of my and Carter's favorite things is finding new projects to work on together. We've done wood carving, designed Christmas ornaments, painted with Bob Ross, and lately we've gotten into pine needle basket weaving! How did we get into this unlikely hobby? We came across the tutorial on YouTube and were immediately intrigued. This

Finally, another guest post! This tutorial is courtesy of the best grandmother on the planet, Sharon Woods. She splits her time between our homeland of Washington, and California. She made these in…

You can make a startling number of things with items you find outside! Here's how to make a pine needle basket that's both beautiful and utilitarian.

Making coiled pine needle baskets is an essential survival skill as well as an art form. Here are 10 tips to make your baskets better.