This special edition of 'The Basketry Book: Twelve Lessons in Reed Weaving' was written by Mary Miles Blanchard, and first published in 1914, making it well over a century old. The book has chapters covering Materials, Tools, Preparation, Fundamental Weaves, Base, Basket with Simple Handles, Flower Baskets, Candy Baskets, Table of Weaves, Table of Coils, and more.
The Basketry Book features lots of illustrative photographs to help you with your Reed Weaving projects, and lots of detailed diagrams and illustrations of the various weaves and techniques.
This is a wonderful old book that will have you making your own beautiful baskets in no time. A great place to start for all those considering taking up the craft, those starting out, and Basketry enthusiasts of all skill levels.
IMPORTANT NOTE - Please read BEFORE buying!
THIS BOOK IS A REPRINT. IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL COPY.
This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally enhanced. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed.
DISCLAIMER: Due to the age of this book, some methods, beliefs, or practices may have been deemed unsafe, undesirable, or unacceptable in the interim years. In utilizing the information herein, you do so at your own risk. We republish antiquarian books without judgment, solely for their historical and cultural importance, and for educational purposes. If purchasing a book more than 50 years old, especially for a minor, please use due diligence and vet the text before gifting.
