If you’ve been weaving for a while, you’ve probably got a stash of reed pieces in varying lengths — too short for a full basket, too nice to toss away. I like to think of them as opportunities waiting to be woven! This month, let’s turn those “bits and bobs” into beautiful, useful creations. I’ll […]
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https://lorelea.com/?product=hoot-basket-gift-box-limited-quantity-2When you open your front door this fall, imagine being welcomed by a little burst of woven beauty. That’s exactly the joy September’s Hoot Basket Gift Club project brings — meet the Knobside Cheer Basket, designed to hang gracefully from a doorknob, cabinet pull, or wall hook, always ready to add a dash of seasonal
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There’s something quietly magical about weaving a basket. The rhythmic pull of the reed, the feel of natural materials in your hands, and the satisfying click of a pattern coming to life — it draws you in. But have you ever paused to ask why? Why do people, often busy with careers, families, and a
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As the sun stretches high and the days reach their peak, the Summer Solstice arrives—a sacred pause in the wheel of the year, full of light, warmth, and possibility. For basket weavers, it’s more than just a seasonal shift—it’s an invitation. An invitation to slow down. To soak in golden hours. To weave intention into
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This May, the Hoot Basket Gift Club went above and beyond — or should we say, doubled down — on delight! 💜✨ We’re calling it: this box was a basket weaver’s dream come true, stuffed with not one, but two of everything you didn’t know you needed (but definitely deserved). Whether you’re a longtime Hoot
🎁 Unboxing: May’s Hoot Basket Gift Club – Double the Fun! Read More »
May came in with sunshine and some rain, a sprinkle of sass, and a whole lot of reed—and we wove our way through it with one of the most joy-filled baskets yet: “Double the Fun”! 🌞💜 If you caught our reel on Facebook, you saw just a peek of the magic—smiles, snips, and those satisfying
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My third week on the road, I had the incredible opportunity to attend a workshop at Shenandoah Create, held at the picturesque Riverbend Ranch. https://www.shenandoahcreates.com/ The experience was nothing short of magical as I delved deep into the world of paper weaving under the expert guidance of Annetta Kraayeveld. https://annettakraayeveld.com/ From the basics of painting
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The second week of my travels was just as enriching and inspiring as the first, filled with friendship, teaching, and new experiences. My journey took me from the Shenandoah Valley to a quaint farm in West Virginia to the coastal beauty of Norfolk, Virginia, each location adding its own chapter to my story. First Stop
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RePost from 2024: I am missing this place and people! This month, I had the marvelous opportunity to dive deep into the world of willow weaving at Shenandoah Creates, a retreat that blends artistic growth with leisure in the most harmonious ways. Under the guidance of Jo Campbell-Amsler, a master willow weaver from Iowa, I,
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Welcome back to the Offerings of Wonder blog, where we explore the timeless art and endless creativity of basket weaving. Today, we’re delving into a delightful project that has captured the hearts of many of our weavers: creating a cute turtle from paper or ribbon. This project is perfect for weavers of all skill levels
Crafting Companions: Weaving a Charming Turtle from Paper or Ribbon Read More »
