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Learn how to make this generously sized basket.

This basket’s simple design makes it a great project for beginners. It offers ample room for carrying a couple of pies, a dozen apples—or even holding your latest knitting project. This project gives you:

Step-by-step instructions
How-to illustrations

Getting Started

You can make this basket as shallow or as deep as you like. The “D” handle is easy to make because you incorporate it into the basket at the beginning.

Skill Level

Beginner

You Will Need

10" x 14" (25.5 cm x 28 cm) D handle
3/4" (1.9 cm) flat reed (stakes)
1/2" (1.3 cm) flat reed (weavers)
1/2" (1.3 cm) colored flat reed, long enough to go around the basket two times
1/4" (6 mm) colored flat reed, long enough to go around the basket one time
5/8" (1.6 cm) flat-oval reed (rim)
#6 round reed or sea grass (rim filler)
1/4" (6 mm) flat reed (lashing and base filler)

Finished Measurements

Approximately 10" x 18" x 14" (25.5 cm x 46 cm x 28 cm)

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