I've seen a few SCA sites saying a little about pine needle baskets. Were these really around? I'm sure, it probably depends a little on the area you want to...
I would like to know when you chat on this site. I would like to learn more about vintage baskets. Looking forward to interacting with other lovers of baskets....
I didn't even know I was still on this chat.....heh I havent' heard from anyone either.....I'm interested in weaving a shield like some of the ones in museums....
Hello, My name is Lorie. I have been making baskets for years. I use reed although I would love to use white oak, however, I don't have any trees to cut...
I thought this seemed like an advantageous time to delurk and intorudce myself. This does seem to be a fairly quiet list! I've just started basket-weaving...
Hello Lorie. I'm fairly new to this group. I'm interested in making period baskets as well. I have an extra copy of the Compleat Anachronist "Medieval...
... That's exactly what I want to tackle next as well. Got to get up my nerve to work with willow first. My state (NC) basket maker's convention is coming up...
I was wondering if anyone is experienced in deer antler. I have bought antlers from a basket supplier to use. I have some antlers given to me from deerhunters...
I would like your opinion on how important is it to use European Reed in weaving. I have used both it and the Hong Kong kind. What is your preference. Judy....
Harry, Yep. I misspelled his name (Pieter Aertsen), which probably caused all sorts of issues for folks trying to search for him! The site I use is: ...
Do any of you have pictures of baskets you've made for the SCA? I would love to see them. I'm going to make my first one this weekend. I'm making it from a...
Noble friends, Just a quick note to apologize for delay in posting some of the messages you have sent. Due to spammers that try to sneak into the group...
Greetings all, I have a question that I'm actually embarrassed to ask. What's the best "care and feeding" instructions for a basket? I made a basket for a...
Greetings all, Does anyone have a suggestion for a good, mail-order willow supply? Preferably domestic (US), preferably one that takes checks and/or money...
... From: "beatricesidney" ... That's interesting. You did not say who your old supplier was. Did you tell them of the rot problem and, if so, what was their...
Harry, My old supplier is in Arkansas-- I'd rather not post the name, as they've been very helpful resolving this, but I will email privately if asked. ...
Hi Beatrice, It is worrying when you find things rotting and are not sure of the reason. Some of my own willow (salix purpurea) has developed black spots on...
For a willow supplier, located in NY, type in Bonnie Gale. You have to join the group, to be able to buy willow cuttings. Anyway, check her out, she has a...
Judy-- Thanks so much! I'll take a look at it ASAP. And to the person who seemed to be interested in using the cane sludge as paper slurry-- I don't think I'd ...
I'm having little luck finding suppliers for willow and/or bulrush, which is what I'm currently learning to use. Can anyone recommend a good one? Something...
Hi, Im in Buda...where is Bryn Gwlad? Never heard of it! LOL Annette Subject: willow suppliers I'm having little luck finding è suppliers for willow and/or...
... From what I can tell, you're roughly half-way between the Barony of Bryn Gwlad and the Shire of Ffynnon Gath. Buda's not among the cities listed on the...
The Barony of Bryn Gwlad is Austin, TX :) Susan ... From: <Vanished1@...> To: <SCAbasketry@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Thursday, June 05, 2003 5:06 AM Subject:...
Ahhh, cool! Thanks for the map, Misty! Annette From what I can tell, you're roughly half-way between the Barony of Bryn Gwlad and the Shire of Ffynnon Gath. ...
Misty, you might try the American Willow Growers Network, out of NY, run by Bonnie Gale. She sells willow cuttings as well as dried willows and bull rushes...
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