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Weaving Connections: How Basket Weaving Builds Community and Boosts Mental Health

basket making / January 29, 2024

Basket weaving is an ancient craft, threading together strands of history, culture, and artistry into every loop and knot. Beyond the creation of beautiful, functional items, basket weaving offers a unique pathway to building relationships and fostering a sense of community. In our fast-paced, often digital world, the slow, rhythmic, and tactile nature of weaving […]

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Setting Up Your Weaving Space: Post-Holiday Organization for Basket Weavers

basket making / January 22, 2024

The holidays have passed, leaving behind memories, moments, and perhaps a bit of chaos in your crafting corner. January presents the perfect opportunity to reorganize and rejuvenate your basket weaving space. A well-organized workspace not only enhances creativity and productivity but also makes the crafting process more enjoyable and efficient. Here’s how to transform your

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Weaving Wonders: How Support for Offerings of Wonder by Lorelea Benefits Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky Inc

basket making / January 15, 2024

In the heart of every community are businesses and individuals dedicated not only to their art but also to making a difference. As the owner of Offerings of Wonder by Lorelea I am fortunate to be intertwining the art of basket weaving with a commitment to giving back. Through your support of Offerings of Wonder

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Weaving Through Winter: Comfort in the Cold

basket making, Tips & Tricks / January 8, 2024

As the crispness of January sets in, basket weavers find the cold can bring challenges to their art. From stiff fingers to brittle materials, the winter months require a bit of extra care and preparation. Here’s how you can keep your weaving smooth and your hands well-moisturized throughout the colder months, ensuring every basket you

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Rethinking New Year’s Resolutions: Embrace Basket Weaving as a Path to Growth

basket making, holidays / January 1, 2024

As the new year approaches, many of us begin to think about resolutions, often focusing on what we believe we need to fix in our lives. But what if we shifted our perspective from making grand resolutions to embracing smaller, more sustainable practices that enrich our lives? One such fulfilling and creative practice is basket

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A Poem for Basket Weavers Through the Season

basket making, holidays / December 25, 2023

“Weaving Through the Seasons” In the quiet of January’s embrace, We began with reed and a dreamer’s mind space. With every twist and turn of our hands, We wove the year’s first stories into our plans. Spring blossomed with colors so bright, Our baskets everything in sight! Among the trees and flowers of spring,

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Winter Solstice Symbolism in Basketry: Celebrating the Return of Light

basket making, holidays / December 18, 2023

Hello, my fellow basket weaving enthusiasts! It’s Lorelea here, and I couldn’t be more excited to dive into the enchanting world of basketry with a touch of winter magic. As we approach the winter solstice, a celestial event that holds profound symbolism, it’s the perfect time to explore how basket weaving can be intertwined with

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Unboxing November’s Hoot Basket Gift Club Box: A Winter Wonderland Awaits

basket making, Hoot Basket Gift Box / December 11, 2023

Welcome, fellow basket weavers, to the magical unboxing of November’s Hoot Basket Gift Club Box. This month, we’re embracing the chilly beauty of winter with our special theme: The Arctic Snowflake. Let’s dive into the icy and enchanting contents that await you in this box. The Arctic Snowflake Basket Kit First and foremost,

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Top 10 Ways to Manage Basket Weaving Stress During the Holiday Season

basket making, holidays, Mental Health Relief / December 4, 2023

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, but it can also be a time of stress and busyness. As a basket weaver, you might find yourself juggling your weaving projects with holiday preparations, which can lead to overwhelm. In this blog, we’ll explore some tips and techniques to help you manage

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Weaving Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Celebration for Basket Weavers!

basket making, holidays, Hoot Basket Gift Box / November 20, 2023

Greetings, fellow basket weavers! As we approach that time of year when we gather with friends and family to give thanks for the blessings in our lives, it’s high time we set aside a moment to celebrate the art of basket weaving. After all, we’re a unique and creative bunch, and our craft deserves its

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