Product Description: Explore the art of basketry in this idea-filled book for weavers at all levels. Over 300 how-to photographs, guidance on using a fascinating selection of woven styles, and 15 original new patterns combine to offer much more than traditional, historical weaving...read more

Product Description: This attractive book has been published to complement an exhibition of Native American Baskets in the Pitt Rivers Museum at Oxford. Contributions are: Baskets in the Pitt Rivers Museum (Linda Mowat) , Basketmaking (Linda Mowat) , Red Earth People and Southeastern Basketry (Rayna Green) , Meaning, Production and Identity in the Northeast Woodlands (Ann McMullen) , Northwest Coast Baskets in the Pitt Rivers Collection (Andrea Laforet) , California Baskets and Basketmakers (Sally McLendon) , Southwestern Baskets (Claire Farrer) , Mexico and Guatemala (Stuart Carter) , Life of a Basketmaker in Terra del Fuego (Penny Dransart) , Northern Andes and Intermontane Valleys of Columbia (Marianne Cardale Schrimphh) , Form and Function in the Central and South Central Andes (Penny Dransart) , The Amazon (Peter Riviere) , Aesthetics in a Cross-Cultural Perspective (Howard Morphy) , and Basketmakers Today and Tomorro...read more

Product Description: This fabulous, gorgeously photographed introductory course will have even novices finishing a decorative basket the very first weekend. Basketry master BJ Crawford offers the fruits of her many years' experience, explaining how to add bases, shape baskets, substitute materials, embellish, and more...read more

Product Description: Baskets can be used to create handy storage units or thoughtful gifts. 14 different shaped baskets made using Dk-, medium- (holding 2 strands together) and Super Bulky-weight yarns. Colorful Chevrons includes 2 size baskets - one with handles and one without; Hanging Around is a clever basket that can be hung on a peg, Textured Perfections is a beautiful textured basket, Stylish Storage is a set of 3 nesting baskets, Owl on Guard is a fun basket that looks like an owl, Woven Wonders is a set of 2 size woven baskets, Lacy Elegance includes 3 size baskets and Go Team is a basket that can be made in your favorite team colors...read more

Product Description: This comprehensive course in basket-making techniques includes 25 wonderful projects for crafters of all levels. Simple yet effective ideas include a woven fan and willow door decorations; more advanced projects range from a traditional fruitpicking basket to an abstract platter and a contemporary linen basket made from dyed cane...read more

Product Description: In Nancy Schermer's gorgeous The Best Baskets in the World, we are taken into the world of Panama's indigenous basket makers. Whether you are a collector -- or simply an admirer -- of these intricate, hand-made baskets, this book is sure to help you to enjoy the many levels of these remarkable objects...read more

Product Description: A fascinating introduction to a variety of Native American projects and history!Learn everything there is to know about Indian crafts and lore. Julian Harris Salomon takes you on a breathtaking journey of Native American customs and traditions...read more

Product Description: Baskets made from coiled spruce roots once were commonplace items in many Dene homes. The craft died out, however, in the nineteenth century, as copper kettles became available through trade with Europeans. By the end of the twentieth century, all that remained to attest to this ancient tradition were a few baskets in museum collations...read more

Reaching more than one thousand pages, a comprehensive guide leads readers to Europe's greatest sites and offers a choice of excellent accommodations in every price range, routes through the countryside, hundreds of maps, and much more. Original. 20,000 first printing.

Product Description: LearnToMakeAGiftBasket.com Hello, I'm Denise Riley. "The Gift Basket Lady" Thank you for your interest in gift basket making. I will share with you how to make incredible gifts that will be remembered and treasured long after they are received...read more

Product Description: Until now, there has been no comprehensive guide which covers this craft so thoroughly. Now you can learn the traditional methods of white oak basket making, which were only available by word of mouth or vague instruction in large craft books...read more

Product Description: Readers need only to master several simple steps to discover the true pleasure of creating unique, durable baskets. In 284 photos and illustrations, plus detailed instructions, learn to choose and prepare raw materials, and gather and use necessary tools...read more

Vaughan offers a fascinating, step-by-step description of how to make a delightful selection of strong, attractive baskets, mostly using materials which have been gathered from woods, gardens, and hedges. She covers the tools required and gives a detailed description of materials. 116 full-color photos. 57 full-color diagrams.

Product Description: This work covers all of the basic techniques: preparation of the reed, splicing, introduction of color, shaping, finishing, and more. It also includes descriptions of a great variety of weaves—Lazy Squaw, Mariposa, Taos, Shilo, and others—each accompanied by specific instructions...read more