Free Patterns

A Quick Ornament Project to Share

Here is a quick little primative star made from #3 round reed and mini berry garland. This is perfect for hanging on the tree or personalizing packages. These instructions are for a 6″ star. You will need 30″ of #3... Continue reading →

Stains and Finishes for Baskets

Here are several ways to stain a hand woven reed basket. I have gathered these recipes and ideas from a variety of classes, workshops, websites, and books. Where possible, I have given the sources. Before staining a basket, it is... Continue reading →

Woven Ball Ornaments

Woven Ball Ornaments Materials: 5- ¼” flat natural reed 18” long or or 4-3/8” flat 18” long Several pieces of #2 round reed 3/16” dyed reed flat or flat oval Note: Learning to properly shape these woven balls is tricky. ... Continue reading →

Raindeer Ornaments

Reed Raindeer Ornament    Pattern adapted from free pattern http://www.ourveggiegarden.com/CraftsReindeerOrnament.htmlMaterials: 3- ¼” flat 12 inches in natural or smoked 2 – ¼” flat 24 inches in natural 1) Soak all the reed pieces in water until bendable. Keep reed pieces... Continue reading →

Woven Wreath

Hey, everyone. I wanted to share the fun little project I created this month. I was in the local Dollar Tree Store when I saw a wire wreath form. I immediately envisioned it woven with reed. The dollar store also... Continue reading →

Bun Basket Pattern

Bun Basket Grilling season is upon us!  Why not weave a simple basket to serve those buns?  Here is an easy pattern you may use that is the perfect size!  Click on the  green link “Bun Basket” for the pattern. ... Continue reading →

Friendship Basket

Adapted by Cathy Sylvester approx 7 1/2″ L x 6″ W x 5 1/2″ H (9” top of handle) Materials: 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″ flat, natural 3/16” flat oval for lashing 1/4″ flat, dyed #2 round reed seagrass handle liner painted... Continue reading →

Scandanavian Woven Heart Ornament

This is a very traditional Scandinavian Ornament which opens into a little “basket” to hold little candies or gift cards.  They can be hung on the tree or placed on a package to hold a gift card. The basic idea... Continue reading →