Homesteading Basics: Pine Needle Basketry

The long leaf pine tree is the most important indigenous tree in the Sandhills and we have beautiful pine needles in abundance. For thousands of years Native Americans used this resource to make both useful and decorative items, a craft that still is relevant today! As part of our Homesteading Basics series, local basket maker Tammy Stewart will lead this class in how to use pine needles to make various items, and you will make your own pine needle coaster to take home. A light meal be available to sustain you while you work!

Host or Publisher N.C. Cooperative Extension, Richmond County