Family How-To: Plastic Bag Weaving

Follow these simple instructions to make a mini loom, and have a go at weaving with recycled plastic bags. Ghanaian sculptor El Anatsui Hon RA makes large cloth-like installation pieces that reference African traditional craft techniques. He is interested in what we consume day-to-day and uses recycled materials such as aluminium packaging and bottle tops, transforming them into precious artworks. As well as plastic bags, what other discarded materials could you use to create your weaving? Have a look around the house and get experimenting! If you enjoyed this video, please like and subscribe for more from the RA. Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: