Foraged fibres

While most see plants as a key part of nature—one that makes sure humanity doesn’t run out of air, provides food, and makes the world more beautiful—there’s more than meets the eye.

Forage_from_nature on Instagram: "For those that requested a slower version of how to make cordage, here it is. The fibres I used to make this cordage was chasmantha floribunda. #cordage #cordagemaking #naturalfibres #chasmanthafloribunda #naturalfibers #naturalfibrecordage #foraged_from_nature #foragedfromnature"

Forage_from_nature on Instagram: "Making a seven strand braid/plait I’ve been enjoying trying different way to make handles for my baskets. This seven strand braid or plait (depending on where you’re from) was made using daylily leaves."

Suzie Grieve on Instagram: "Been impatiently waiting for my rhubarb fibres to dry so I could weave up this little stripy basket :) Such amazing plant with it’s ridiculously giant leaves, silky red fibres and tasty stewed stalks! . . . #rhubarb #rhubarbfibres #basketry #basketmaker #foraging #weaving #weaver #wildbasketry #nowaste #traditionalcraft #sustainablecraft #natureconnection #fibreart #slowcraft"

Rhubarb string 🙂 A lot of people have been asking what’s an easy fibre to start with for cord making so here’s a lal video on rhubarb.. it’s super simple...

Gathered a few of the non-fruiting canes this afternoon whilst collecting some delicious raspberries. They make a lovely strong wiry string quite similar...

Hello! :)In the post section here you will find a bunch of free written tutorials with photos covering some of my favourite basket designs.I hope they're helpful and if you get round to making any of