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The Details
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I often work with Brittany Green, which is from the Purpurea family. Harvested and dried in the sun, it becomes very colourful. As the basket ages in the light it fades slightly, and shades of pink start to appear. It also has a wonderful sheen. The shape is nice and bulbous, with a compact handle, and it could carry up to 30kg. It's woven in English randing.
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Once you’ve ordered, I’ll email you to confirm when I’ll be weaving it. Each basket is made from this season’s willow, so the colours will vary a little from the photos; that’s part of its character.
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Brush with a soft brush if dusty. If muddy, give it a shower, brushing gently with a soft brush while you rinse, then dry it outside in the wind in a shady spot. To clear any bugs, leave it out in snow or frost for a few days in winter.
Made with a Respect for the Material
Give every basketmaker the same project and they'll each finish a very different basket. I like to work very neatly, but I also like things to be natural. If a willow rod isn't quite what you'd expect, and it doesn't affect the integrity of the rod, I make a feature of it.
The connection between the material, me as the maker, and you as the person who will love and use it for many years is one of the main reasons I'm a full-time basketmaker.