Stem Basketry Workshop Offered at Volcano Art Center

Random weave wall pocket by Jelena Clay. Courtesy photo.

The community is invited to learn the art of stem basket weaving with Jelena Clay on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 to 1 p.m., at Volcano Art Center’s Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village.

The class will teach students how to take a palm seed stem and craft it into a defined shape that can hang from a wall. The baskets will have a leather hanger and take shape from a mold created by students during the workshop. All supplies will be provided, including dyes to add color.

Participants are invited to bring a favorite bead or seed pod to incorporate into their project. Embellishments will be available for students to add to their work.

The fee to attend the class is $55 general and $50 for VAC members, plus a $30 supply fee. Pre-registration is required to attend. Register by calling Volcano Art Center at (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Clay is a nationally recognized fiber and gourd artist who has produced a variety of contemporary and traditional works using a wide array of materials.

Volcano Art Center’s Ni‘aulani Campus is located at 19-4074 Old Volcano Road.