I have to get some things done. But luckily, they (the customers) are in no hurry and are easy going — so, I’m not slacking. This is the layout for the beginning of my basket and the progress so far. I’ve got 2 others to do and with Spring in the Air, working my splints outside is going to be great! More soon.
Took a tour of the National Museum of the American Indian in D.C. this past weekend, we happened to come on a week they were recognizing the Cherokee Nation. So, we got to see a few artists and crafters from that Nation, of course I took note of the basket makers. Asked a few questions while I could bend their ear – they use the white oak tree and wished we had more time to visit but being on a time table I couldn’t stay long. Just wanted to share a photo of their beautiful baskets. Always learning…
March 29, 2017
It’s so hard to capture the true colors of this piece. A peach beaded necklace, I got done between the basket class that I taught this month. Getting another piece done for an exhibition in Buffalo next weekend, but it’s a combination piece of cornhusk dolls, baskets and beadwork. The idea in your head doesn’t always translate to the final product but I’m willing to try! Keep on keeping on, I’ll touch base again soon.
Had 7 ladies sign up for my class at the Seneca Iroquois National Museum this month. So every Tuesday has been busy working with them. It’s been a good time and they are all coming along nicely. They are all different but same pattern. Think I’ve got some of them interested to continue on. Thought I’d share. In the meantime, I’ve also made a necklace. Enjoy!
I finally ordered a kit for myself and made it the other day! I was quite pleased with the outcome. It’s adorable and I love it! This will be on my table from now on at shows and demos. I want to make a 10″ pack basket for myself and carry as a purse one day soon. The splints are much heavier and harder to come by as well. I can dream though…
A fellow artist had a fire this past winter and this piece went as a donation piece to help him and his partner. I was more than willing to help out a fellow artist in the time of need. The sun was bright this day and I was in the wood line near my house, some shadows but I wanted to share this piece. It has now gone on to its new home.