basketweaver

(ˈbɑːskɪtˌwiːvə)

derogatory slang Austral a person who advocates simple, natural, and unsophisticated living

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Noun

basketweaver - someone skilled in weaving baskets

basketmaker

maker, shaper - a person who makes things

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This photo essay features a young Mono Indian girl learning the craft from her mother and aunts and then working with the family as they prepare baskets to take to the California Indian Basketweaver's Association.

Passing on and preserving our stories: universal experiences in children's literature around the world

This basketweaver from Llansoy, near Usk, collects her materials from local hedgerows and the bright colours are all natural.

The art and craft of picking up gifts at our Christmas fairs; SHOPPING: Original or even unique gifts by craftsmen can be bought at reasonable prices 1 Jugs by Molly Curley 2 Table by Mark Horrocks 3 Bird by Jan Beeny 4 Tapestry by Anna Adam 5 Hand-carved Merlin oak sideboard by Andrew Cotterill 6 Vase in sycamore by Mark Hancock 7 Porthmadog beach scene by Anne Woods 8 Throws by Stuart Neale 9 Quirky teapot by Julia Land

Members of the Northwest Native American Basketweaver's Association encourage Native artisans to rediscover these natural fibers.

A brief look at necklaces of the Columbia River Plateau

[5.] Flett; plus comments on twined bag designs from various participants of the Northwest Native American Basketweavers Association, 3 October 1998.

Flat Twined Bags: A Brief Introduction

A variety of basketweavers continue to thrive on the homestead, beginning with a practice that has lasted for centuries.

How sweet it is: sweetgrass holds a special place in the hearts of Charlestonians

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