Pine Needle Ornaments with Abeni Piersen

Workshop Description

In this workshop, participants will learn the fundamentals of coiling with pine needles, a traditional basketry technique that has been used across cultures for centuries. Using pine needles and colorful thread, you’ll create a small woven ornament that can be hung on a tree or displayed year-round.

We’ll cover how to start a coil, stitch securely, and shape your ornament while working with natural materials. All tools and materials will be provided, and no prior weaving experience is necessary.

Ages 10+ welcome! Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.

Please note we have a sliding scale for tickets for this event! The break down is as follows:

General Admission #1: Covers the cost of workshop and materials

General Admission #2: Covers cost of workshop, materials, and supports the instructor

General Admission #3: Covers cost of workshop, materials, supports the instructor, and helps keep our workshops more accessible

About the Artist

Abeni Pierson is a fiber artist and educator based in California. After studying fashion design at Columbia College in Chicago, she shifted paths upon realizing the environmental harm and wastefulness of the fashion industry. This awakening led her to explore more sustainable practices rooted in nature. Through pine needle basketry, Abeni creates work that honors traditional folk methods while promoting environmental mindfulness and hands-on creativity.

About SCRAP

We at SCRAP breathe new life into old arts & crafts supplies and reduce waste by diverting over 200 tons of materials heading to landfill every year. To learn more about SCRAP and our mission to make art materials & education more accessible to all, please visit our website at www.scrap-sf.org

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

SCRAP, 2150 Newcomb Avenue, San Francisco, United States