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● Weaving a Closed Base Basket
● Assembling a Wooden-Bottom Base
● FAQ
>> 1. How long does it take to weave a basket?
>> 2. What materials are needed to weave a basket?
>> 3. How do you weave a closed base basket?
>> 4. How do you weave the walls of the basket?
>> 5. How do you assemble a rim on the napkin basket?
Basket weaving is an ancient craft with a rich history. Using materials like straw, rush, and wicker, artisans have created baskets for centuries for various purposes, including carrying and storing food[2][6]. This article will guide you through the process of weaving your own bread basket, providing step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and visual aids to ensure your success.
Before you begin, gather the necessary materials and tools. These may vary slightly depending on the specific design and materials you choose, but the following list provides a comprehensive overview:
-Weaving Material: Options include flat reed, rush, straw or wicker[1][2].
- stakes: These form the base and walls of the basket[1].
-Wooden squares: Two 5” squares of plywood can be used for the base of the basket[3].
-Scissors: For cutting the weaving material and stakes[1].
-Ruler: To measure the stakes and ensure accurate dimensions[4].
-Clamps: To hold the reeds in place while weaving[1].
-Wire nails: ¾” wire nails to secure the base[3].
-Wood glue: To attach the wooden base pieces together[3].
-Spoke weight: To hold the stakes down[1].
-Warm Water: To soak the stakes[3].
-Pencil: To mark the center and dimensions on the stakes[3].
1. Prepare the Stakes: Soak the horizontal and vertical stakes in warm water for several minutes to make them more pliable[3].
2. Mark the Stakes: Identify the rough sides of the stakes by bending the weaver to see which side splinters. Mark the smooth side at 0", 2.5", and 5" to indicate the left, center, and right measurements. Repeat these marks on six stakes to measure the depth and width of the base[3].
3. Workspace: Set up a clean, well-lit area where you can comfortably work. A large table or countertop is ideal.
1. Laying Out the Stakes: Lay the horizontal stakes parallel to each other, with the center mark facing up and the marks aligned. Use a spoke weight to hold the stakes down[1].
2. Spacing the Stakes: Space the stakes approximately one stake width apart. Exactness isn't crucial at this stage[1].
3. Adding Filler Stakes: Place a filler stake between each horizontal stake, aligning their center marks with the horizontal stake center marks. Tuck these stakes under the spoke weight[1]. The filler stakes go on the inside of the horizontal stakes so that the base has horizontal stakes on both outside edges and filler stakes between each stake.
4. Weaving Perpendicular Stakes: Weave in the perpendicular stakes using an under-over pattern. Use a 23-inch stake and pull it to the center, ensuring it rests over the center marks of the stakes. The spoke weight can hold the stakes in place while you weave[1].
5. Alternating the Pattern: Use another 23-inch stake to weave in an under-over pattern, opposite the first stake. If the first stake weaves over the long stakes and under the filler stakes, the second stake should go under the long stakes and over the filler stakes[1].
1. Starting the Row: Use a fresh piece of 1/2″ flat reed. Anchor the reed end with a clamp on the outside of a stake, starting at least four stakes before a corner[1].
2. Weaving Pattern: Weave around the basket in an under-over pattern. At each corner, fold the reed to create a distinct crease[1]. Clamping the reed at the center of each side can help maintain its position and ease the weaving process.
3. Securing the Ends: Overlap the reed on four stakes when you've woven around the basket and come back to the starting point. Weave over the starting point and cut the reed to the far edge of the fourth stake from where you began, tucking it behind the stake[1].
1. Rotating the Basket: Before starting a new row, rotate the basket a quarter turn so that you begin on a side next to where you started and ended the first row. Do this before starting each consecutive row[1].
2. Continuing the Pattern: Continue to weave in the same under-over pattern, alternating from the previous rows. Weave ‘over' where you wove ‘under' the first time. The rows will stack on top of each other, forming the basket walls[1].
3. Packing the Rows: As you weave, pack the rows closely together towards the base[1].
4. Number of Rows: Weave nine rows with the 1/2″ flat reed to create the walls of the napkin basket[1].
1. Prepare the Plywood: Identify the right and wrong sides of the plywood. The wrong sides may have discolorations or damages. The right sides should have slightly sanded edges to create a beveled look[3].
2. Apply Glue: Apply wood glue to the wrong sides of the plywood, staying about an inch away from the edges to prevent leakage[3].
3. Align the Base: Place one of the base pieces underneath the woven stakes. Adjust the stakes to meet the edges of the plywood[3].
4. Secure the Base: Place the second base piece on top of the woven stakes. Ensure all three pieces (bottom plywood, woven base, and top plywood) are flush with each other. Use ¾” wire nails to secure the base by nailing each corner[3].
5. Finishing the Base: Flip the base over and pound each nail towards the corners to mimic the look of a staple[3].
1. Finishing the Stakes: Once the walls are woven, finish the stakes by cutting and tucking them into the basket's rim[1].
2. Assembling the Rim: Assemble the rim on the napkin basket, ensuring it is secure and even[1].
3. Lashing the Rim: Lash the rim to the basket to provide additional stability and a polished look[1].
4. Final Finish: Apply a final finish to your basket to protect it and enhance its appearance[1].
Weaving a bread basket is a rewarding craft that combines tradition, skill, and creativity. By following these detailed steps and utilizing the provided tips, even beginners can create a beautiful and functional bread basket. Whether you choose to use traditional materials like rush and wicker or opt for more modern options, the result will be a unique piece that reflects your personal touch.
Even beginners can weave a basket in a little over two hours[1].
The materials needed are flat reed, stakes, scissors, ruler, clamps, spoke weight, and warm water[1].
Lay the horizontal stakes parallel to each other. Space the stakes so there is about a stake width between each horizontal stake. Between each of the horizontal stakes, place a filler stake[1].
Continue to weave in the same under-over pattern going opposite of previous rows. Weave nine rows with the 1/2″ flat reed to create the walls of the napkin basket[1].
Assemble the rim on the napkin basket and then lash the rim to the basket[1].
[1] https://www.textileindie.com/weave-a-basket-in-2-hours/
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMgypASq80w
[3] https://joannascollections.com/blog/weaving-with-a-wooden-bottom-base-tutorial/
[4] https://weallsew.com/beginner-bread-basket/
[5] https://www.facebook.com/TheBasketTreee/videos/bread-basket-weaving-up-the-sides-of-the-ba/700604480042687/
[6] https://www.motherearthliving.com/gardening/garden-projects/how-to-weave-a-bread-basket-zmaz92onzgoe
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j2nUgnwuew
[8] https://stock.adobe.com/search/video?k=bread+basket+drawing
