{"id":2065,"date":"2022-07-26T12:08:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-26T19:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/?p=2065"},"modified":"2023-10-30T14:31:14","modified_gmt":"2023-10-30T21:31:14","slug":"cut-reed-stakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/cut-reed-stakes\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Cut Reed for Basket Stakes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cutting reed accurately is essential for successful basket weaving. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to cut reed<\/strong> effectively for basket stakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The first step in basket weaving – preparing the reed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There’s something special about creating with your own hands. The slowness of the process, thinking through every aspect of your creation, realizing the time and effort things take, and appreciating the skill they require is an invaluable experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am somewhat of an addict when it comes to this. I’ll complete a sewing project, dye pot, or theatre performance only to anticipate the next creative pursuit. I love testing my creative limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once something is completed, you get to go back to the beginning and begin anew. It’s like Springtime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In basketry, going back to the beginning for me always means deciding the shape, style, or purpose of my next basket. Next comes the design and measurement calculations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, I like to create sketches of what I want the end product to look like; other times, I allow the image to sit in my brain as I cut and weave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The next practical step after the planning and envisioning is to cut out and mark the stakes for your basket. I want to share how I do this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You set yourself up for a successful and enjoyable weaving experience at the reed-cutting stage. I have a few pointers that will help you make your next project the best it can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you need help interpreting your basket pattern, watch this video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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