Basket Weaving Resources and Links

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Here are a few thoughts I had while still teaching art before and through the 2020 Pandemic. I’ve learned these things through the experience of teaching Middle School Art mostly, but some things I learned through living life which was the same thing for many years. By the way, Art Teacher, you are not invisible. You are a Powerhouse of knowledge, passion and talent and you get to do what you love EVERY SINGLE DAY! Be grateful for that! Enjoy!

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Here is a list of resources and links I used for my weaving article in SchoolArts Magazine. At the bottom you will find an illustrated handout that is helpful in learning to weave.

My YouTube Tutorials:

Melody Weintraub’s, Teaching Basket Weaving-Part 1: https://youtu.be/XMaUTXh_gbY

Melody Weintraub’s, Teaching Basket Weaving-Part 2: https://youtu.be/iD_P1nI8kco

Other Helpful Resources:

Quick and Easy Bramble Basket: https://youtu.be/mpF9Wu8IuZc

Introduction to Weaving a Round Reed Basket: https://youtu.be/cWMTnuc_Xm4

Cherokee Basket Weaver Bessie Russell: https://youtu.be/5hDj-n8jWrQ

Oklahoma Cherokee Basketsby Karen Coody Cooper (History Press, 2016). Explores the history and legacy of the Cherokee Basket Weavers.

http://www.cherokeeheritage.org/attractions/basket-making/

Do not reprint this handout to sell or in order to post on any other website without permission. Melody Weintraub, 2019.