Basketry
Basketry is a handy skill for a Scout. A basket can be a sturdy
companion on campouts, carrying clothes snugly and efficiently, holding
potatoes and corn for roasting over a campfire, or carrying the day's
fishing catch back to camp for dinner. Baskets and basket-weaving
projects also make great gifts for family and friends.
Requirements
- Describe precautions you should take to safely use basketry tools and materials.
- Do the following:
- Show your counselor that you are able to identify each of the following types of baskets: plaited, coiled, ribbed, and wicker.
- Describe three different types of weaves to your counselor.
- Plan and weave EACH of the following projects:
- a square basket
- a round basket
- a campstool seat
Resources
Books
- Barratt, Olivia Elton. Basketmaking. Henry Holt, 1993.
- Crook, Georgia. Basketmaking. Crowood, 2000.
- Doney, Meryl. Baskets. Franklin Watts, 1997.
- Hoppe, Flo. Contemporary Wicker Baskets. Sterling Publications, 1996.
- LaFerla, Jane. Making the New Baskets: Alternative Materials, Simple Techniques. Lark Books, 1999.
- Peabody, Sarah, and William A. Turnbaugh. Indian Baskets. Schiffer Publishing, 1986.
- Siler, Lyn. The Basket Book. Sterling Publications, 1988.
- Yamane, Linda. Weaving a California Tradition: A Native American Basketmaker. Lerner Publications, 1997.