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Needle-Felted Baskets

The Witchery 61 Wharf Street, Salem, MA, United States

Create your own woolen miniature basket using Needle-felting. Felt is one of the oldest, most versatile fabrics on earth, made from wool and other hair. It has countless uses: from art and clothing to sculptures. In this workshop, we will use needle felting to create small baskets, pouches, or similar, which can be used as a wallet, change jar, offering ...

Invasive Baskets

The Witchery 61 Wharf Street, Salem, MA, United States

Weave baskets using bittersweet vines! Baskets can be made with any number of materials, but being a good Green Witch involves foraging sustainably: harvesting invasive species and allowing the native ecosystem to thrive. In this workshop we’ll be weaving small baskets using Oriental Bittersweet, discussing the importance of native biodiversity, as well as the basics of what you’ll need to ...

The Magic of Oaks: Acorn Ink

The Witchery 61 Wharf Street, Salem, MA, United States

Make your own handcrafted ink using acorns! Oaks have been revered as symbols of strength and abundance throughout history, but did you know that you can use its tannins to make ink? Join The Mushroom Witch and learn the steps to craft your own ink from acorns. A handbound book deserves handcrafted ink, so if you’ve taken (or plan to ...