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One Within Another Raven’s Tail Pouch

Learn this ancient weaving technique of the Northwest Coast Indigenous peoples from a S'Klallam tribal elder.

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One Within Another Raven’s Tail Pouch

One Within Another Raven’s Tail Pouch

Learn this ancient weaving technique of the Northwest Coast Indigenous peoples from a S'Klallam tribal elder.

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Learn this generationally transmitted art form from S'Klallam Tribal Elder Darlene Peters. Closely related to basketry, Raven's Tail is an intricate finger-weaving technique that creates a fabric using hand-spun wool and a simple loom.

You'll learn the fundamental skills of Raven's Tail by creating two woven panels from natural wool fiber, one plain and one with a design. The panels will then be sewn together to form a fringed pouch measuring approximately four inches wide by six inches long. You'll learn about the history of this art form, its revival, and how Raven's Tail holds numerous geometric pattern possibilities.

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  • There are no prerequisites, but you must be comfortable with the technique of twining.
  • Please note that the fur trim shown in the photo is not included in the class materials.
  • View a video to learn more about Raven's Tail weaving.

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A materials fee of $60, included in the price of the class, covers everything you will need. 

Class Policies

Ages 14 and up are welcome. 

Instructor
Darlene Peters

Darlene Peters, an enrolled member of the S’Klallam Tribe residing on the Port Gamble S’Klallam Reservation in Kitsap County, is a dedicated weaver passionate about the Raven's Tail method. Since meeting Cheryl Samuel in the 1990s, Darlene has specialized in Raven's Tail weaving. She has collaborated on significant projects including a robe donated to the Burke Museum in Seattle. Constantly innovating with new designs, Darlene feels her weaving ancestors and her teachers have provided a deep connection to her own cultural traditions and to a life filled with love and kindness. She is devoted to teaching Raven's Tail, especially to Tribal members, finding the practice cultivates patience and self-forgiveness. Photo credit: Melinda West

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