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Watch a preview of the Origins episode, which focuses on the origins of the American craft movement and features artists who tie their work to early craft techniques and pass these techniques to others in a continuum of creativity. Artists featured include blacksmith Philip Simmons, potter Vernon Owens, Kiowa beadworker Teri Greeves, weaver Jim Bassler, and glass artist Paul Stankard.

Aired: 10/07/09

Rating: NR

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Jim Bassler on Peruvian textiles

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Jim Bassler weaving on the loom

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Beadworker Teri Greeves on her son's naming outfit

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Jim Bassler weaves by hand

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