Stinging in the Nettle: A Super Food and Super Yarn

Stinging in the Nettle: Super Food and Super Yarn will be a transformative exploration into the world of the often-overlooked stinging nettle. While the nettle has been dismissed as a mere nuisance or undesirable weed, this class will unveil the captivating and multifaceted universe that this unassuming plant conceals within its vibrant green body. In this course, we will defy convention and celebrate the stinging nettle for what it truly is—a nutritional and medicinal powerhouse that has played a pivotal role in indigenous healing and food practices for centuries. We will also play with the fibers to create cordage and yarn with the potential as clothing. As we delve into its rich history and consider all the possibilities as food and yarn, we will discover how this resilient and abundant plant can revolutionize your perspective on sustenance, healing, and sustainability.