Many people have asked me over the years how I harvest the inner bark of tulip poplar trees for my hand woven baskets. So, instead of writing an article, I thought I'd try a video. Let me know what you think! For more information on Natural Basketry, visit http://www.matttommey.com/basket-weaving-classes.html and download my free PDF called "7 Tips for Making Baskets with Natural Materials". Inside I'll tell you what materials are good for making baskets, when to harvest, how to store and protect them, and even common tools used in the harvesting process.
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Adelaide Doyle
7/6/2014 11:48:30 am
Hey, Matt. Good video; very interesting. :)
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Dee Burr
7/7/2014 10:21:27 pm
Love this Matt... How about one on harvesting and splitting kudzu...
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Lili Ouzts
8/6/2017 06:34:17 pm
Good video...How does sweet gum work? I have too many! Loved your workshop...Thanks...
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AuthorMatt Tommey is a leader in the contemporary basketry movement and has been a maker for over 25 years. The focus of his work centers around the use of southern invasive plant species in basketry. He has served on the board of directors for the National Basketry Organization and taught at Arrowmont, the John C. Campbell Folk School and other locations both in the US and internationally. |