concept   sweetgrass basket weaving
culture   Gullah Geechee
statement   Sweetgrass basket weaving in the Gullah Geechee culture preserves heritage and is recognized as modern art.
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1 sweetgrass basket weaving United States Considered a traditional art form among the Gullah people in the lowcountry region of South Carolina 1
2 sweetgrass basket weaving aesthetics United States Focuses on creating intricate geometric patterns and tightly woven structures 1
3 sweetgrass basket weaving materials United States Sweetgrass, bulrush, longleaf pine needles and palmetto are commonly used materials 1
4 sweetgrass basket weaving modern impact United States Valued as a form of art and craftsmanship, with some weavers gaining recognition in the art world 1
5 sweetgrass basket weaving significance United States Considered a way of preserving Gullah Geechee heritage and traditions 1