Barb graduated from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and holds degrees in Advertising Design and Fashion Illustration. She spent most of her career as Senior Art Director for Belks department stores where she produced catalogs and directed photo shoots. In 1996 she discovered Pine Needle Basketry and now enjoys teaching others at basketry and gourd events throughout the southeast. Her online Etsy shop provides original designed basket centers, artificial sinew & waxed threads, DIY basket kits and other related basketry supplies. Visit www.dyedpineneedles.com/Classes/FTWG2025.htm for more photos and info on this class.
