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...
I'm Duchess Caterina de Forza d'Agro from Atlantia. Aka: Kitten Reames from Germantown, Maryland. While brand new to this list; I made my first basket about 20...
Hello Your Grace, It's Caroline down in Seareach. Hope you're doing well these days. I am entering my first competition this weekend at Windmasters' Hill...
Hi Caroline! ;) I'm hanging in there. Mom's passing is sinking in very slowly -- I figure I have a lifetime to face it. Currently I'm getting back out into the...
Dear Kitten: Hello from West Virginia, I would like to hear more of your basket education and experience. I have been growing willow for two years now. We...
Greetings! I am Mistess Elfwyn de Barfleur, O.L., from Trimaris (mka Sherry Wetzel, Gainesville Florida). I am new to the list, and am so excited to fine ...
I am so glad you posted to the list. I have actually tried to "find" you for several years now. I believe you are the person Duchess Seonaid of Atlantia...
Well then, well met! Now that you have me what are you going to do with me??? ;) All joking aside, I'll help you in any way I can.... and please don't be...
Hello, my name is Travis Nelson, and I live in nothern Minnesota. I just logged some of my land this year, but before I did I Stripped the birch bark off the...
I have been making a wine cradle as shown in "The Complete Book of Baskets and Basketry" by Dorothy Wright and I can't understand the purpose of the ring on...
Greetings, I was recently pointed to this list by my Laurel, Mistress Caitlin Cheanlaidir, and have enjoyed reading the archives back a ways. My name is Lady...
My guess is that it is for hanging the basket when not in use. Yes, I know it has a perfectly good handle to hang it by but the ring would ensure symmetry. ...
Caterina, ... That would save me a lot of anguish if it were the case but I thing your second idea is more likely. ... the ... When I made the basket I...
Hi Moirin, It's Caroline! I'm so proud of you, teaching already! I'm glad you have found enjoyment in basket making and wish you many years of good luck with...
Caterina, thanks for you ideas about the wine cradle. I have since found out that the ring is supposed to hold the bottle to stop it slipping forward but in...
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