Instructions for weaving flax

Gathering flax
Where to find flax, which species to use, Māori protocol, selecting and cutting the leaves, storing cut flax, and disposing of scraps.

Preparing flax
Making strips for weaving, checking the strips for quality, softening
the strips, making fibre ends, boiling, drying and remoistening strips.

Dyeing flax
Dyeing flax with commercial and natural dyes, and getting different
dye effects.

Weaving a flax flower
Full instructions for weaving a flax flower using a split flax leaf.

Other weaving projects and techniques:
Angel — made with shredded flax
Angel — with long flaxen hair
Wristbands — a good project for beginners
Belt — with a greenstone buckle
Flattish star and 3D star — for decorations or gift-wrapping
Four-plait cord — a tubular cord suitable for hanging a pendant or
as the handle(s) for a small basket
Top edge — a simple, straight, top edge for a basket