Traditional Craft Kits Coiled Basket Weaving Kit (Turtle Design) - Weave Kit for Kids and Adults Complete with Basket Weaving Supplies and Instructional Booklets

Traditional Craft Kits Coiled Basket Weaving Kit (Turtle Design) - Weave Kit for Kids and Adults Complete with Basket Weaving Supplies and Instructional Booklets

• Learn to Make Baskets: Learn about turtles and basketry as you make a basket with the design of a turtle! Promotes mindfulness! This basket making kit makes one coiled basket about 5 to 6" wide.
• The Kit Comes in a Bag Containing: Basket making supplies that include paper fiber rush, raffia, tapestry needle, color photo instructions, and a design sheet should you wish to purchase materials to make a basket of your own design.
• You Will Need: Scissors, ruler, and water. This weaved basket will take approximately 6 to 8 hours to complete, and it is recommended to stitch in several sessions, taking frequent breaks.
• For Intermediate Skill Level: Ages 12 and up, adult participation is necessary for younger ages. Ideal for family crafting time and promoting creativity and hands-on learning for all ages!
• Learn, Create, Inspire: There is great joy and power in learning a new skill, and all of our basket weaving kits for adults and kids include quality basket craft supplies and thorough instructions that will guide you along the way.

This kit is intended for intermediate skill level; someone who has already made a beginner coiled basket. This basket will take approximately 6 to 8 hours to complete and it is recommended to stitch in several sessions, taking frequent breaks. Coiling is a basketry method where one material is wrapped around another in a spiral. Generally the materials used for wrapping are soft and flexible while the coil can be a bit more rigid. These instructions will teach you how to coil a shallow tray shaped basket with the design of a turtle. The instructions include interesting facts about turtle symbolism and importance. Basketry requires patience and perseverance. Keep at it and you will be proud of your improved skills and finished basket. Kits are packed in plastic bags that can be used to store materials while you make your basket.