Class #31 – Ash Bark Bucket

This scored and folded one piece bark basket is a worldwide Indigenous container still in use today. Prepare and split spruce roots to sew with, split and bend a dogwood branch to form the inner and outer rim. Try different stitching patterns. Each bark is unique. Braid a hemp cord strap to make this rugged harvesting container.

Materials Fee

$100

Dimensions

12″ wide x 12″ long x 12″ high x 6″ diameter

Tools needed

4 sided awl (JL has enough for all), scissors, utility or sharp knife, needle nose pliers, water bowl or bucket, towel