The Basket Book: Over 30 Magnificent Baskets to Make and EnjoyThere is nothing like the satisfaction of owning a beautiful handmade basket. They brighten any room, are useful around any home, and make cherished heirloom gifts. This magnificent collection of over 30 baskets draws on the long, rich tradition of basketmaking and uses a variety of fascinating techniques and easy-to-find materials. In a matter of hours, you can proudly produce a handsome basket that will be admired for generations to come. You'll appreciate the step-by-step instructions, including over 400 illustrations, colorful full-page photos and helpful hints and suggestions. Gorgeous watercolors of baskets are interspersed throughout, making this book as beautiful as it is useful. Book jacket. |
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The Basket Book: Over 30 Magnificent Baskets to Make and Enjoy Lyn Siler,Carolyn Kemp Limited preview - 2021 |
The Basket Book: Over 30 Magnificent Baskets to Make and Enjoy Lyn Siler,Carolyn Kemp No preview available - 2015 |
The Basket Book: Over 30 Magnificent Baskets to Make and Enjoy Lyn Siler,Carolyn Kemp No preview available - 2015 |
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11 Diagram 9 Diagram approximate Materials BASKET Finished Basketmakers Basketry begin to weave begin weaving bottom bow knot cane center mark Continue weaving corners Cut the weaver Diagram 11 Diagram 20 Diagram 8 Diagram Diagram 9 EGG BASKET flat oval reed flat reed stakes flat reed weavers flat-oval reed four rows frame FRUIT BASKET God's Eye gram handle hoop hiding the ends hold inside the basket lasher long piece Lyn Siler Mark the centers measure NANTUCKET LIGHTSHIP notch overlapping the ends pattern piece of ½ place with clothespins plain weave primary ribs push Referring to Diagram repeat rows Rewet ribbed basket rim pieces round reed rim row of weaving seagrass second weaver secondary ribs shape sharpener shave Soak a long soaked piece space splice spokes strips sure swing handle taper tuck twill weave twining upsett Weaving The Basket Weaving The Sides wrap wrong side