Wicker Basketry - Flo Hoppe

The elegant, classic lines and textures of traditional wicker basketry are today within the reach of basket makers everywhere. Wicker Basketry combines fully illustrated instructions for twenty-four fine baskets with all the information you'll need to design and make original baskets. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced basket maker, you'll learn to make round and oval bases, to refine the shapes of the sides, to use different weaves for texture and color patterns, to construct sturdy and decorative borders, and to add just the right handles. A special section shows you how to achieve spectacular color effects. From the simple and elegant plant basket and child's basket to the challenging lidded sewing basket and large shopping basket, Flo Hoppe's careful instructions will help you master the craft as you produce satisfying and useful baskets.