Getting Started
In this basket, the stakes are different lengths because of its irregular dimensions. Also, the handle is inserted and wrapped, rather than incorporated into the base.
Skill Level
- Experienced Beginner
Materials
Quantity |
Material & Dimensions |
Length |
Function |
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5 |
5/8" (1.6 cm) flat reed |
21" (53.3 cm) |
stakes |
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6 |
5/8" (1.6 cm) flat reed |
19" (48.3 cm) |
stakes |
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1 |
5/8" (1.6 cm) flat reed |
44" (111.8 cm) |
handle stake |
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1 |
#2 round reed |
10' (3 m) |
twining |
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3 |
5/8" (1.6 cm) flat reed |
30" (76.2 cm) |
weavers |
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7 |
1/4" (6 mm) flat-oval reed |
30" (76.2 cm) |
weavers |
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1 |
3/8" (9.5 mm) flat reed |
30" (76.2 cm) |
hidden weaver |
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1 |
3/4" (1.9 cm) handle insert |
17" (43.2 cm) |
handle |
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1 |
1/4" (6 mm) flat-oval reed |
18" (45.7 cm) |
handle overlay |
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1 |
1/4" (6 mm) flat-oval reed |
7' (2.1 m) |
handle wrap |
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2 |
1/2" (1.3 cm) flat-oval reed |
30" (76.2 cm) |
rim |
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1 |
#3 seagrass |
30" (76.2 cm) |
rim filler |
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1 |
1/4" (6 mm) flat-oval reed |
7' (2.1 m) |
lashing |
Tools
- Pencil
- Sharp gardening shears or household scissors
Finished Size
- 7" x 10" x 4" (17.8 cm x 25.4 cm x 10.2 cm), not including handle height
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