Australian Indigenous Weaving

Aunty Bronwyn in her Torquay studio

Aunty Bronwyn's sister baskets

I have had the privilege of working with and becoming friends with Gunditjamara weaver Aunty Bronwyn Razem.
I attended several of her workshops to learn how to make sister baskets in blanket stitch and bush toys. Our relationship has developed over a period of years, sitting and weaving together, to the point now where she is very happy for me to also teach my version the of blanket stitch and bush toys workshops. always acknowledging her as my teacher.
My greatest honour was being invited to make two eel traps on her behalf, following her guidance on the stitch and the design.

Eel trap commission for Columbia University, a commissioned piece made by Caroline

Sister basket made by Caroline according to Aunty Bronwyn's instruction

Eel Trap commission piece for Melbourne University made by Caroline

CAROLINE HAWKINS

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I acknowledge the Wadawurrung as the Traditional Owners and Protectors of the place where I live and work.
I acknowledge their ancestors who cared for the land, rivers and sea all of its creatures and plants for thousands of generations.
I pay my respects to the elders past, present and future.