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Pre-formed willow and apple wood frames for use in basket- making
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Willow Basket Frame
$2.00 "+ GST"Willow basket frames are bent and dried when green (fresh harvested) to create the willow weaving foundation platform in round or curved shapes, basically creating the overall shape and sturdiness of the basket. The price is for 1 individual frame piece, though frame basket designs usually call for odd number multiples – 3, 5, 7, 9 etc. Frames are used as the base for many traditional designs of baskets, trays and ornaments. 3 sizes are available depending on the sizes and strengths needed for your basket design. 24″ for smaller baskets up to 10 inches across, 36″ for 12″ baskets…
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Apple Wood Frames
$5.00 "+ GST"Apple wood frames and Apple wood handles are very strong. Not as smooth as willow and adds a rustic touch to your basketry. Apple wood rods dry much darker brown than most willow so the ribs of your basket will be more prominent to the eye.
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Willow Basket Handle
$2.00 "+ GST"The Willow Basket Handle is a ‘Handle Bow’ made of willow rod. Dimensions are approximately 10″ wide by 12″ high. Usually covered with ‘skeins’ or twisted willow rods during basket making, the Basket Handle is a foundation part of most baskets. These handle bows are made of ‘brown’ willow, dried with the bark intact. Depending on variety used, the colours will vary from dark brown to golden umber.