The Central Pennsylvania Basket Weavers Guild tackled the Gretchen border during their monthly weaving workshop.
Weavers followed a French Shopping Basket pattern courtesy of August Moon Basketry. The basket begins with a 5" x14" oblong base and seventy-seven stakes.
The weaving pattern creates an X on both sides of the tote. Three rows of twining act as the rim row. Every couple of spokes are tucked inside the basket.
If you haven't woven a Gretchen border I suggest you watch the YouTube video "Taming the Wretched Gretchen" by Beverly Ashton Vickers. It is a very helpful resource.
This was not a quick basket, but I am happy with the results.
I encourage you to challenge yourself with advanced basketry techniques and patterns. You will be glad you did.
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