Basket Weaving Instructions
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Basketry Techniques: Coiling, Twining, Weaving, Plaiting
Experts have debated the classifications and terminology of basketry construction for ages. However, most basketry is created with elaboration and variations of four basic basket construction methods.
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Basketry Techniques: Learn How To Twine
Twining is one of the major basketry construction methods. It is a weave done with two elements woven simultaneously around the spokes. The weaving elements (weavers) cross between the spokes for a half turn or in some instances for a full turn. You should be careful to maintain the orientation of the crossing weavers so that the twist remains consistent.
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How To Weave A Simple Braided Border
This border can be applied to many sizes of round reed baskets, but take note that it's woven with spokes that are doubled up.
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Harvest Red Osier Dogwood For Basketmaking
Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea) is prized by basketweavers for the bright burgundy-red bark of its branches. The shrub grows abundantly in hedgerows as well as in cultivated landscapes and can be harvested for use as a weaving element.