Basket makers! Registration for the Florida Tropical Weavers Guild Conference is now open. Go to ftwg.org.

The conference is April 3-6, 2025, at the Wyndham Resort & Conference Center in Kissimmee, Florida (centrally located for many Floridians!) We have lots of classes in basketry—but you can also try different fiber classes if you wish. Or do both.  
  
There are classes available on Thursday through Sunday. When you register, you will know immediately if you get the classes you want. There is no waiting to find out.

We will also have plenty of other activities such as vendors, a fiber show, guild tables, and evening programs

Basketry instructors include Char Ciammaichella, Jelena Clay, Tonya Cubeta, Fonda Haddad, Constance Lee, Peggy McCarson, Barbara McCormick, Barbara Nelson, Bonnie Rideout, and Laura Lee Zanger.

<div class="md"><p>Basket makers! Registration for the Florida Tropical Weavers Guild Conference is now open. Go to ftwg.org.</p>

<p>The conference is April 3-6, 2025, at the Wyndham Resort &amp; Conference Center in Kissimmee, Florida (centrally located for many Floridians!) We have lots of classes in basketry—but you can also try different fiber classes if you wish. Or do both.  </p>

<p>There are classes available on Thursday through Sunday. When you register, you will know immediately if you get the classes you want. There is no waiting to find out.</p>

<p>We will also have plenty of other activities such as vendors, a fiber show, guild tables, and evening programs</p>

<p>Basketry instructors include Char Ciammaichella, Jelena Clay, Tonya Cubeta, Fonda Haddad, Constance Lee, Peggy McCarson, Barbara McCormick, Barbara Nelson, Bonnie Rideout, and Laura Lee Zanger.</p>
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basket classes at Florida Tropical conference

Pruning was happening recently, lots of these twigs and shoots laying around. Lamp in kitchen too bright for my taste, so I saw opportunity 🤭🤭✨

Very new at this, probably doing everything wrong.

<div class="md"><p>Pruning was happening recently, lots of these twigs and shoots laying around. Lamp in kitchen too bright for my taste, so I saw opportunity 🤭🤭✨</p>

<p>Very new at this, probably doing everything wrong.</p>
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Making this lamp cover, not quite done yet

Looking for any information on the origin of these baskets

Hey, I'm curious to hear if any of you have worked with English ivy. I would like to start teaching myself basketry , and thought perhaps English ivy would be good as it grows abundantly in my yard. I tried to test it's bendability and it didn't hold up so well, but maybe you have to process it a certain way first? Would love to hear any wisdoms. Thanks so much 

<div class="md"><p>Hey, I&#39;m curious to hear if any of you have worked with English ivy. I would like to start teaching myself basketry , and thought perhaps English ivy would be good as it grows abundantly in my yard. I tried to test it&#39;s bendability and it didn&#39;t hold up so well, but maybe you have to process it a certain way first? Would love to hear any wisdoms. Thanks so much </p>
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working with English ivy 

Hello! Not basketry exactly..I work with my own sheeps wool and only natural colors. Or found fiber. I am currently stitching a needlepoint and I'd really love to find a natural green fiber for this bit of green that might be growing here..  Anyone have any suggestions? We are on the Northern California coast, pnw.   climate. I dont want to dye. Something for cordage? Thanks!

Ps..i am pretty happy about hay string for blue water here lol

<div class="md"><p>Hello! Not basketry exactly..I work with my own sheeps wool and only natural colors. Or found fiber. I am currently stitching a needlepoint and I&#39;d really love to find a natural green fiber for this bit of green that might be growing here..  Anyone have any suggestions? We are on the Northern California coast, pnw.   climate. I dont want to dye. Something for cordage? Thanks!</p>

<p>Ps..i am pretty happy about hay string for blue water here lol</p>
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What can I use for green?

Hello! I ordered a coil basket weaving kit that included two types of yarn. The yarn I’ve been using is 3 strand and the new yarn I want to add in is single strand. With the first yarn I’ve been doing 5 wraps. Will I need to do more with the single strand? If so, how many more would you suggest?

<div class="md"><p>Hello! I ordered a coil basket weaving kit that included two types of yarn. The yarn I’ve been using is 3 strand and the new yarn I want to add in is single strand. With the first yarn I’ve been doing 5 wraps. Will I need to do more with the single strand? If so, how many more would you suggest?</p>
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First timer needs help 

Not very clean, but I learned a lot! Any resources for techniques are appreciated.

<div class="md"><p>Not very clean, but I learned a lot! Any resources for techniques are appreciated.</p>
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First Basket! 

Having a go at making split hazel baskets. Why make one when you can make... 10?..

<div class="md"><p>Having a go at making split hazel baskets. Why make one when you can make... 10?..</p>
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I need a workshop!

Looking for any ideas on the origin/maker of this basket.

Made this from Dogbane cordage, first time making a vessel from it.

<div class="md"><p>Made this from Dogbane cordage, first time making a vessel from it.</p>
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Dogbane 

My latest- been moving from yarn to jute twine lately. Enjoy the natural look of the jute more. Tried a new bottom start! Still need to finish the top in leather. 

I won this basket in a raffle. It is absolutely beautiful however it just does not go with the decor inmy home. So I’m interested in selling it. But I have no idea what it’s worth. I tried searching using Google lens, but came up with nothing anywhere similar to this. It is 20 inches long, 14 inches across, and 8 inches deep. It appears to be very well made. Any input is appreciated. Thanks 


<div class="md"><p>I won this basket in a raffle. It is absolutely beautiful however it just does not go with the decor inmy home. So I’m interested in selling it. But I have no idea what it’s worth. I tried searching using Google lens, but came up with nothing anywhere similar to this. It is 20 inches long, 14 inches across, and 8 inches deep. It appears to be very well made. Any input is appreciated. Thanks </p>
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Estimated value?

<div class="md"><p>Not sure if it really belongs here. </p>
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This is a turning technique called basket weave illusion. It’s burned and dyed to create the illusion. 

I collected the pine needles from a ponderosa pine in a city park in north Texas. I put the pine needles in a ziploc bag and into the freezer for 3+ days to kill any little buggies left. If you don’t have any publicly available pines, you can also order pine needles on Etsy or eBay or something. 

Materials:
-Long pine needles (at least 4+ inches, the longer the better!) 
-bucket or bin to soak the pine needles in warm water
-a dish towel to wrap your damp needles
-waxed thread (or thread and the wax thing but I recommend just getting pre-waxed thread
-sewing needles 
-about an inch of tubing (I use a straw) 
-needle nose pliers
-lighter (to burn the ends of the thread and melt the wax to stop potential unraveling)

I use leather work needles because they are super sturdy. I would recommend also using good leather thimbles to save your fingers if you’re interested in doing this!  

<div class="md"><p>I collected the pine needles from a ponderosa pine in a city park in north Texas. I put the pine needles in a ziploc bag and into the freezer for 3+ days to kill any little buggies left. If you don’t have any publicly available pines, you can also order pine needles on Etsy or eBay or something. </p>

<p>Materials:
-Long pine needles (at least 4+ inches, the longer the better!) 
-bucket or bin to soak the pine needles in warm water
-a dish towel to wrap your damp needles
-waxed thread (or thread and the wax thing but I recommend just getting pre-waxed thread
-sewing needles 
-about an inch of tubing (I use a straw) 
-needle nose pliers
-lighter (to burn the ends of the thread and melt the wax to stop potential unraveling)</p>

<p>I use leather work needles because they are super sturdy. I would recommend also using good leather thimbles to save your fingers if you’re interested in doing this!  </p>
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My first pine needle basket and process on to my third and best pine needle basket I’ve made! Such a fun process. 

Hi folks.  I found this.   I can see it has a very specific purpose.  But Ive wracked my brains-to no avail. Anyone know, please?

<div class="md"><p>Hi folks.  I found this.   I can see it has a very specific purpose.  But Ive wracked my brains-to no avail. Anyone know, please?</p>
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What is this basket for ?

I found jute twine and filler cord at my local dollar store, and wanted to try my hand at it. Then, in a stroke of genius, I didn't watch any tutorials when making it, and just tried to remember ones from a month or so ago. The result is a wonky start, that slowly gets better as my confidence builds, and I remebered what I was meant to be doing.

<div class="md"><p>I found jute twine and filler cord at my local dollar store, and wanted to try my hand at it. Then, in a stroke of genius, I didn&#39;t watch any tutorials when making it, and just tried to remember ones from a month or so ago. The result is a wonky start, that slowly gets better as my confidence builds, and I remebered what I was meant to be doing.</p>
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Coiled my first basket!

Hi, I found this really interesting basket at an estate sale. I wondered if anyone could help meID it. 

It has this funnel shaped lid and curved wooden handles. At the sale they had a lot of native American and Mexican vintage art, but I have no idea if this basket is part of that.

I’m always just curious to learn more about what I find!

<div class="md"><p>Hi, I found this really interesting basket at an estate sale. I wondered if anyone could help meID it. </p>

<p>It has this funnel shaped lid and curved wooden handles. At the sale they had a lot of native American and Mexican vintage art, but I have no idea if this basket is part of that.</p>

<p>I’m always just curious to learn more about what I find!</p>
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Help identifying this basket 

Found this at a thrift store today. I always look at the dates, but have never seen a longaberger signature. 

<div class="md"><p>Found this at a thrift store today. I always look at the dates, but have never seen a longaberger signature. </p>
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Any info is appreciated!

It's cattail harvesting time

I was given this gigantic basket, which is absolutely beautiful, looks like coyotes on it and it's a spiraling weave with almost a lotus flower pattern. This thing is massive. Like 34" across. Any ideas? I can't find anything through Google lens or other searches. 

<div class="md"><p>I was given this gigantic basket, which is absolutely beautiful, looks like coyotes on it and it&#39;s a spiraling weave with almost a lotus flower pattern. This thing is massive. Like 34&quot; across. Any ideas? I can&#39;t find anything through Google lens or other searches. </p>
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Looking for info on this basket I was given

I have a ton of Kiwi vines, both hardy and fuzzy. Those things grow like crazy. I have been debating making a basket with one, it's been years(decade or two maybe) since I've made a basket  and never tried kiwi vines.
 Has anyone ever worked with them? I can't find anywhere people talk about using them. So leaving me a little hesitant. But it's time to trim back my 3 story monstrosity... So thought I'd ask if anyone has any advice.
Worth the effort or am I going to be  just wasting my time? 

<div class="md"><p>I have a ton of Kiwi vines, both hardy and fuzzy. Those things grow like crazy. I have been debating making a basket with one, it&#39;s been years(decade or two maybe) since I&#39;ve made a basket  and never tried kiwi vines.
 Has anyone ever worked with them? I can&#39;t find anywhere people talk about using them. So leaving me a little hesitant. But it&#39;s time to trim back my 3 story monstrosity... So thought I&#39;d ask if anyone has any advice.
Worth the effort or am I going to be  just wasting my time? </p>
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Question on Types of vines

Can anyone identify this?  I want to list it on eBay. I’m new to this. It’s very pretty and solid. 9” across and about 3-1/4 tall 

Thanks for any info!

<div class="md"><p>Can anyone identify this?  I want to list it on eBay. I’m new to this. It’s very pretty and solid. 9” across and about 3-1/4 tall </p>

<p>Thanks for any info!</p>
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Basket identification help

I’m using daylily for the base and corn husks for the weaving (both dried and rehydrated) - but I’m not clear on how to keep things tight when you’re constantly having to add new pieces! Any tips? I’m using a clipboard. 

<div class="md"><p>I’m using daylily for the base and corn husks for the weaving (both dried and rehydrated) - but I’m not clear on how to keep things tight when you’re constantly having to add new pieces! Any tips? I’m using a clipboard. </p>
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First attempt, struggling

Hello all, I have a question about the origin of this basket. I am guessing it is either a Native American (based on my limited knowledge) or an older african basket. The design has thrown me off.

It is has a wooden rod structure and grass stitching. I have some pictures of the details. 

<div class="md"><p>Hello all, I have a question about the origin of this basket. I am guessing it is either a Native American (based on my limited knowledge) or an older african basket. The design has thrown me off.</p>

<p>It is has a wooden rod structure and grass stitching. I have some pictures of the details. </p>
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Basket identification

I’m not sure if these really fit in. They are made from wood but using the basket illusion technique. I burn the designs on and use dyes some times. 

Made a neat birch bark mushroom basket - details in the comments

OK, not really but we did make it and thought it might come in handy. It'll probably be chewed to bits by lunchtime


<div class="md"><p>OK, not really but we did make it and thought it might come in handy. It&#39;ll probably be chewed to bits by lunchtime</p>
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Dog basket

I know weeping willow isn’t preferred for weaving. But my friend has 3 large trees and the branches are so flexible! I’m determined to try with this resource I have on hand because it’s abundant and very easy to get. 

I’m going to strip the leaves and hang dry, and then soak prior to weaving. Any advice for making this as close to good weaving material as possible? Soak longer, etc? Thanks! 

<div class="md"><p>I know weeping willow isn’t preferred for weaving. But my friend has 3 large trees and the branches are so flexible! I’m determined to try with this resource I have on hand because it’s abundant and very easy to get. </p>

<p>I’m going to strip the leaves and hang dry, and then soak prior to weaving. Any advice for making this as close to good weaving material as possible? Soak longer, etc? Thanks! </p>
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Determined to make basket out of weeping willow

She made the rattan bag and I added the leather straps 

<div class="md"><p>She made the rattan bag and I added the leather straps </p>
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My friend and I worked on this bag together 

I took a traditional basketry lesson in Villaines Les Rochers, France.
 Swipe to see the process !

<div class="md"><p>I took a traditional basketry lesson in Villaines Les Rochers, France.
 Swipe to see the process !</p>
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Did this in two days !

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Question on Types of vines

Determined to make basket out of weeping willow