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  • how to make a market basket kit, basketry kit, mothers day craft kit, mothers day gift, gift for mom, basket making kit, diy basket kit
    April 22, 2021

    A Mother's Day Gift Mom Could Make and Use!

    Now here's a Mother's Day gift Mom could make and use!  This is a How To Make A Market Basket Kit made by Commonwealth Manufacturing (Blue Ridge Basket Kits). This DIY Basket Kit has traditional styling with a modern flair! Each basket weaving kit contains more than enough material and completely illustrated instructions. Approximate time to completion is 2 to 3 hours. The finished basket measures 10in. x 10in. x 9in.  Crafty Moms will enjoy  making this basket kit and then using it to carry or display her favorite things!
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  • New - Harriet's Wine Basket Kit
    February 15, 2021

    New - Harriet's Wine Basket Kit

    New - Harriet's Wine Basket Kit!  Make a beautiful basket to hold the wine you bring on a picnic or for carrying wine gifts!  This is a How to Make a Harriet's Wine Basket kit from Commonwealth Mfg. Co. (Blue Ridge Basket Kits). The finished basket kit measures 5 1/2in. x 10 1/4in. x 14 1/2 in. Approximate time to complete this wonderful basketry kit is approximately 4 hours. This basket making kit comes with all the material you need to complete the project along with illustrated instructions.
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  • Featured - Market Basket Kit from Commonwealth Mfg 12646
    January 24, 2021

    Featured - Market Basket Kit from Commonwealth Mfg 12646

    Today we are featuring a Market Basket Kit from Commonwealth Mfg 12646.  This DIY Basket Kit has traditional styling with a modern flair! Each basket weaving kit contains more than enough material and completely illustrated instructions. Approximate time to completion is 2 to 3 hours. The finished basket measures 10in. x 10in. x 9in.

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  • Back in Stock - Spider Web Basket Kit
    December 27, 2020

    Back in Stock - Spider Web Basket Kit

    Back in stock - Wicker Basket Kit - Spider Web Design!  Learn to make a wicker basket! This kit teaches how to weave a wickerwork wall plaque in the style of the Native Americans in Arizona. Traditional weavers make and use this same style basket in weddings and ceremonies throughout the year. Many Native American people believe that their ancestral spirit Spider Woman taught the people how to weave, and that she weaves the rain clouds that nourish the people's crops. Spider Woman is very important to both to many cultures in the Southwest. Prepare to spend some time on this project. It could take more than 8 hours over several days. The kit contains fiber rush, hemp twine, paper raffia, a tapestry needle and a 16-page full color instructional booklet. You will need: scissors, pencil or pen, ruler, white or yellow glue, and patience (several weaving sessions are needed to weave the basket). Makes an attractive 8in. plaque. Ages 12 and up, adult participation necessary for younger ages. Made in USA.

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  • Featured - Coiled Basket Kit with Turtle Design
    December 2, 2020

    Featured - Coiled Basket Kit with Turtle Design

    Today we are featuring our Coiled Basket Kit with Turtle Design!  This beautiful 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.  Our kit includes: fiber rush, raffia, tapestry needle, design sheet and an 8-page full color instructional booklet. You will need: scissors, ruler, and water. Kit makes one coiled basket about 5 to 6 inches wide. 
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  • Feedback - Madagascar Raffia
    September 1, 2020

    Feedback - Madagascar Raffia

    Thanks for the kind words about our Madagascar Raffia - Natural - 1oz (dar286401)!★★★★★ "Best raffia ever!!! Wish I could get more of same quality!" maggiet

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  • Back In Stock - Madagascar Raffia
    March 26, 2020

    Back In Stock - Madagascar Raffia

    Back In Stock - Darice(r) Madagascar Raffia - Natural - 1oz (dar286401).  Crafted from dried raffia palms, native to the island of Madagascar, our gorgeous supple raffia bundle is characterized by its classic, sun-bleached color that's perfect for giving craft...

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