This pattern details the steps required to weave a basket centered about a 4" round acrylic bloom base utilizing #4 round reed spokes. "Luca" creates a basket suitable for keys, remote controls, or other loose odds and ends that need a home. However, the bottom is so pretty, you might want to hang it on the wall when not in use. The pattern contains 8 pages and 27 photos that show the weaver how to create a "loop the loop" and my favorite rolled border. Spoke templates and "Common Techniques" are available as free downloads from this website.

The picture shown has a wood base with a "Sheleeart" style acrylic bloom coated with 1-2 layers of epoxy. These are also available for purchase within this store. This pattern may be scaled for a 4", 5" or 6" base. To achieve similar spoke gaps, the 4" would use (32) spokes, the 5" would use (40) spokes and the 6" would use (48) spokes. The weaver(purchaser) would be responsible for ensuring ample weaving material as the larger/smaller diameter may require more/less reed.

You must be familiar with basic basket weaving techniques.

Skill level: Intermediate/Advanced

Approximate Dimensions of the Finished Basket:

Top width: 8.25”

Bottom width: 7”

Height: 4”