What can I use instead of a gift basket?

Decorative tins, flower pots, flower vases, plastic containers, bowls, platters, trays, wood boxes and of course baskets all make good bases for gift baskets.

How do you make a basket out of paper?

HOW TO MAKE A PAPER BASKET:

Lay the ruler flat from one corner of the paper, diagonal to the opposite corner.
Cut where marked.
From the cut line, pull the corners in together to one side.
Repeat for all corners / sides until you have a basket shape.
Cut a 3″ strip of paper.
Staple to opposite sides of the basket to secure.

How do you make a simple paper basket?

Step 1: Cut the Paper Into Strips. 2 More Images.
Step 2: Arrange 4 Pieces.
Step 3: Weave in 4 Pieces.
Step 4: Adjust Everything.
Step 5: Glue Down Each Corner.
Step 6: Fold All Pieces Inwards.
Step 7: Mark and Fold the 18″ Pieces.
Step 8: Weave Each of These 4 Pieces In.

How do you make an A4 paper basket?

Start out with a square sheet of paper. If you can’t get square paper use A4 and fold it to get a square then tear off the side. Make a fold from all the corners: Diagonal to diagonal and the other 2 corners. Fold the paper in half from the top to the bottom and from the left to the right. You should have 4 folds.

What do you need to make a basket?

There are many types of natural fibers that can be used to weave a basket, like various kinds of tree bark. For example, grasses, bamboo, vines, oak, willow, reeds, and honeysuckle are all commonly used materials for weaving.

Are all baskets handmade?

While most baskets are made from plant materials, other materials such as horsehair, baleen, or metal wire can be used. Baskets are generally woven by hand. Some baskets are fitted with a lid, while others are left open on top.

How long does it take to make a sweetgrass basket?

Rigorous craftsmanship and long hours of work are involved in making these baskets. Even for the most experienced basketmaker, a simple design can take as long as twelve hours. A larger more complex design can take as long as two to three months.

What grass is used to make baskets?

For the main coil of fibers, any type of grass or sedge will work. I have even used pine needles before. Use whatever you have on hand and make sure you have a lot of it. For the binding material you will need something flexible and strong.

Which plant is used for making mats and baskets?

Palm Trees

What are the 3 basic weaves?

The basic weaves include plain (or tabby), twills, and satins. Types of weaves.