Traditional Art

The traditional arts of basketry, pottery, textiles, weaving, and woodworking are demonstrated. 
Traditional Art | Topics
Collapse
Expand
Toggle Filters

Filter By:

Clear Filters
Grade
Resource Type
Downloadable Content
Traditional Art | Topics
Collapse
Expand
A Natural State
Episode 16

Video

Don’t worry about small mistakes in your basket. They will just make your basket unique.
A Natural State
Episode 17

Video

To prolong the life of your basket and to give the basket a soft sheen, you may want to brush or spray the basket with a coat of wood sealant like you would use on a deck. If you choose to do this, do...
A Natural State
Episode 15

Video

In this video, you can see just how tough these kudzu vines can be. If you are using other vining materials to build your basket, you will use the same techniques that Jimmie uses to add vines and...
A Natural State
Episode 3

Video

Jimmie’s upbringing fostered creativity and resourcefulness. His joy in his family history is palpable. In his world, nothing is wasted. Every simple thing is treasured for the value of its inherent...
A Natural State
Episode 10

Video

Your wood trellis will last a long time in the garden, but you can expect that it will weather a bit. You may have to add additional nails over time to further strengthen the structure of the trellis...
A Natural State
Episode 6

Video

Rustic furniture has been around for a very long time, often languishing in attics and barns in rural areas. Some fine examples of rustic furniture were a legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps...
A Natural State
Episode 11

Video

Jimmie favors the old growth of the kudzu vine. He will plunge into the richness of a kudzu thicket armed with tall boots, pruning shears and a saw. He is well acquainted with dangers such as snakes...
A Natural State
Episode 7

Video

Jimmie Dinkins begins work on the side pieces. Wear sturdy work gloves when you are cleaning and flexing the branches. When using sharp tools such as pruning shears, exercise caution. Adult...
A Natural State
Episode 8

Video

f you don’t have access to an old picnic table like Jimmie is using in the video, make sure that you protect the surface of your work area with a large piece of scrap lumber or an old cutting board...