In this video, kudzu basket artist Matt Tommey shares tips and techniques for using kudzu in basket weaving including how to harvest kudzu, how to split kudzu and the differences between what Matt calls "kudzu runners" and "kudzu climbers".
If you’re wanting to know more about making baskets with natural materials like kudzu, here are 5 great links:
✅ 7 Tips for Making Baskets with Natural Materials https://www.matttommey.com/basket-weaving-classes.html
✅ How to Weave a Basket with Kudzu Climbers https://www.matttommey.com/basket-weaving-techniques/how-to-weave-a-basket-with-kudzu-climbers
✅ How to Weave a Basket with Kudzu Runners https://www.matttommey.com/basket-weaving-techniques/how-to-weave-a-basket-with-kudzu-runners
✅ Ready to start learning how to make baskets with natural materials like kudzu and others? Then check out my online course “Twining with Soft Natural Materials”: https://naturalbasketry.teachable.com/p/twining-with-soft-natural-materials