Artist's Bio

Waldena Hendrix

Several years ago, I decided to revive the nearly lost art of coiled pine-needle baskets. After many hours of research, I set out to coil my first basket. One year later and after many less-than-perfect baskets, my work finally met my expectations. At last, I felt comfortable enough to share my work with family and friends. I also discovered a great deal of interest in my baskets.

Each basket starts with only a few pine needles bundled together and attached to a beautiful center piece. This bundle is maintained by adding additional pine needles with each stitch, which is continuously coiled into the finished product.

Coiled pine-needle baskets are very time-consuming, requiring 30 hours to create a basket just 4" high by 10" in diameter.

I have enjoyed the art of coiled pine-needle baskets for several years now, and continue to expand and improve my skill level with each new basket I make. My baskets are made with southern long-leaf pine needles coiled together with sinew and coated with a shellac finish.

If you are interested in my baskets, please email at walhen@bright.net.

Rookie--my dog

Mommykitty--my cat

Please remember, there's always a pet that needs a second chance. Please consider your local shelter or rescue groups when selecting a new family member.

I hope you enjoy viewing my baskets, and thanks for visiting.

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