With books and with baskets, generally it’s what’s held inside that may seem the most important feature. This week at Sievers, both the inside and outside are equally important. Daniel Essig taught two classes in book arts, Reliquary: Window and Niche and Greek & Centipede Stitch Book. At the same time, Jeanette Biederman’s Splint-Woven Basketry class has been in session.
Treasures used in the making of these books represent family, Island and Sievers memories and no doubt, similar memories are woven into all the baskets this year and in so many past years during “basket week”.
While class was in session, Ann Young and Connie Westbrook awarded a Quilt of Valor they had made to one of the students in the basketry class. Penny Newton, Air Force veteran and nurse, whose service included time during the Vietnam War, was presented with this meaningful symbol of appreciation and caring.
Whether it’s in the pages or on the cover of a handmade book, in the intricate pattern of a handwoven basket or warmly wrapped around you, what’s important are the treasures of our hands and hearts.
