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Make a basket with natural charm.

The melon shape, with its rounded bottom, makes this an excellent beginner basket. The decorative weaves at the ends of the basket, called God's Eyes, gives it a unique appeal. This project gives you:

Step-by-step instructions
How-to illustrations
A complete list of everything you’ll need

Getting Started

A good flat God’s Eye is essential. The success of the basket depends on its construction. Don’t be discouraged if your first try isn’t perfect. Simply take it out and try again. That’s the beauty of basket making.

Using organic materials, such as honeysuckle, grapevine, or wisteria, make it a natural addition to any room.

Splicing Basics

While weaving this basket, when you have 2" or 3" (5 cm or 7.6 cm) of weaver left, it is time to join a new soaked weaver. This joining shouldn’t take place at the rim, so backtrack if necessary. Overlap the new weaver on top of the old one (figure 1). You will be weaving with two pieces of reed for three or four ribs. Hide the ends under a rib.

Skill Level

Beginner

You Will Need

#6 round reed
Two 8" (20.5 cm) round hoops (frame)
Waxed strips
3/8" (1 cm) flat-oval reed
3/8" (1 cm) oval, or #6 round reed (ribs)
1/4" (6 mm) flat reed (weavers)

Finished Measurements

Approximately 8" (20.5 cm) in diameter

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