Epekwitk Quill Sisters
Join a group of Mi'kmaq porcupine quill workers as they share the stories behind their art. Every week, Cheryl and Kay come together to talk about their experiences as contemporary quillers using traditional techniques. Episodes will share tales about harvesting, learning how to create traditional designs, and what happens when you ran out of materials during the middle of winter.
Epekwitk Quill Sisters
Everything you ever wanted to know about porcupine quills
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Epekwitk Quill Sisters
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Season 1
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Episode 2
In this episode, Mi'kmaq porcupine artists Cheryl and Kay chat about porcupines, their quills, and what happened when Kay dequilled one for the first time. The artists will also discuss whether porcupine will ever make it on the menu.