New Folk School Instructor: Allie Olson
Allie is teaching pine needle basketry, tapestry weaving, and natural dye classes for the Groundwork Folk School.
Craft has been a constant for most of Allie’s life. Her mom taught her to sew when she was seven and the craft has grown into a passion that encompasses creativity, body positivity, and care for the planet. Allie creates pine needle baskets, weaves, sews, and uses plants to naturally dye cloth and fiber. Allie spent many years working with sewing pattern design. She co-founded Indiesew (a marketplace for indie sewing patterns) in 2013, and managed that company until late 2019. Allie also sells her own pattern line online here. Beyond being a crafter, weaver, dyer, and sewist, Allie is a passionate warrior for Earth. Most of her time outside of her studio is spent outdoors gardening, trail running, or skiing.