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🌎 Earth Month Magic: Weaving Nature & Found Treasures into Your Baskets

April 1, 2026 No Comments

April is Earth Month—a beautiful reminder that creativity and nature go hand in hand. And if you’re a basket weaver… …

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Warm Hands, Happy Hearts & Lots of Reed Teaching at the Texas Basket Weavers Association in Dallas

February 2, 2026 No Comments

If you had told me I’d be dodging cold, sleet, and winter weather in Texas, I might have …

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It’s My Birthday Month—Let’s Weave a Month of Joy!

November 12, 2025 No Comments

November is my favorite kind of celebration: slow, sweet, and full of hand-made happiness. I’m officially declaring it …

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The Cornucopia: A Horn of Plenty

October 22, 2025 No Comments

Rooted in Myth, Woven Through Time The word cornucopia comes from Latin: cornu (horn) and copiae (abundance). In …

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Weaving Memories in Benton County

October 18, 2025 No Comments

What a wonder-filled weekend it was in Benton County! I had the absolute pleasure of teaching at the …

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Weaving Magic at Camp Tuck-a-Basket: Sparkle, Sunset & Holiday Cheer!

September 24, 2025 No Comments

Picture this: sun-dappled afternoons filled with laughter, baskets emerging like little miracles from under your fingertips, and fellow …

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Honoring Mary and Jimmie Earl: A Woven Legacy

September 16, 2025 No Comments

The basket weaving world is stitched together by tradition, artistry, and—most importantly—people. Few names have been as warmly …

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Falling for Baskets: Autumn-Inspired Weaving Projects

August 26, 2025 No Comments

There’s something magical about weaving in autumn — the crisp air, the rich colors, the cozy feeling of …

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Want to add a little flutter to your basket handles? 🦋 In this demo, I’ll show you step-by-step how to create a beautiful Butterfly Knot using small cane or reed. This decorative technique adds texture, movement, and that special finishing touch that makes your basket stand out. Don’t let the intricate look fool you—I'll guide you through it in a relaxed, no-stress way so you can confidently add this knot to your own projects. Materials Used: • About 80 inches of small cane or reed (3mm cane or 3/16” flat oval reed works beautifully) • A handle to weave on • Scissors This technique is perfect for dressing up a plain handle, adding interest to gift baskets, or incorporating into your own creative designs. ✨ If you enjoy basket weaving tutorials, be sure to like this video, subscribe to the channel, and share it with a weaving friend! Let’s keep those hands busy and creativity flowing. Happy weaving! 🧺💜
How to Weave a Butterfly Knot on a Basket Handle 🦋
Welcome to the January Hoot Box unboxing! 🦉💜 In this video, I’m opening up the January Hoot Basket Gift Club box and revealing this month’s featured project—the Cozy Commode Caddy Basket. This basket was designed to bring handmade beauty, organization, and cozy vibes into one of the most-used spaces in your home. As part of the Cozy Commode Collection, it’s all about slowing down, creating with intention, and adding a little joy to everyday routines. During this unboxing, I walk through the contents of the box, how they are used and seeing the basket . Whether you’re a Hoot member, a basket weaver, or just love seeing handmade projects come together, I’m so glad you’re here. ✨ If you love basket weaving, creative self-care, and cozy handmade projects, be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future Hoot Boxes, demos, and weaving inspiration.
January Hoot Basket Gift Club Unboxing | Cozy Commode Collection
In this demo, I’m sharing how to weave a Random Weave Heart—a fun, free-form project that’s all about letting go and enjoying the process. This heart uses a simple round reed base with smaller round reed woven in a random pattern, making every piece completely unique. This project is great for all experience levels and is perfect if you’re looking for a relaxing weave that doesn’t require counting rows or following strict patterns. Just soak your reed, grab your shears, and let the weave flow. Materials Used: 1 pieces of #3 or #4 round reed, about 16" each ( you can make them bigger and smaller too!! Smaller round reed (any color) for the random weave, You can also use yarn, flat or flat oval reed, cane, willow, honeysuckle etc... Waxed linen, sinew, or string to tie the ends to make a hanger
No-Stress Basket Weaving: Random Weave Heart Demo
Ever wonder how those bold arrow designs show up in basket weaving? In this Monday Meetup replay, you’ll watch how to weave an arrow pattern by combining twine and reverse twine—a simple shift that creates big visual impact. This technique looks fancy, but once you see it demonstrated step by step, it makes total sense. It’s a great way to add movement, texture, and personality to your baskets without adding stress (because we don’t do stress weaving around here 😉). In this video, you’ll learn: The difference between twine and reverse twine How changing direction creates a clear arrow design Ways to use this technique in future basket projects Whether you’re brushing up on twining or discovering it for the first time, this replay is packed with inspiration you can use right away. 👉 If you enjoy weaving techniques like this, be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future Monday Meetups and basket weaving demos. Happy weaving! 🧺💜
🏹 Watch How to Weave an Arrow Using Twine & Reverse Twine
December 14, 2025
Step behind the scenes with me as I prep basket weaving kits for upcoming delivery! From sorting materials to assembling everything my students need, you’ll get a fun look at how much love and care goes into every single kit. If you’re part of a guild, retreat, or weaving group and are looking for an enthusiastic instructor—I’d love to come teach! I offer classes for all skill levels, from beginner basics to specialty designs that spark creativity and confidence. Want to weave along at home? You can find all of my basket weaving kits right here: 👉 https://lorelea.com/product-category/07_kits/ Let’s keep the weaving magic flowing! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss a new video. Check out my website and get on the email list!!
Getting Kits Ready for Upcoming Basket Weaving Kit Delivery | Behind the Scenes with Lorelea
Join me for this fun and easy weaving session as we create adorable mini baskets using paper floral wire — no water needed! These cuties can be turned into pins, ornaments, charms, or perfect embellishments for your larger baskets. Quick, creative, and surprisingly relaxing! 🌟 What You’ll Learn: How to shape and weave with paper floral wire Techniques for building a tiny basket form Ideas for turning your mini basket into something magical Tips for embellishing and personalizing your design 🧺 Materials Needed: ~18–20" paper floral wire Scissors or wire cutters Tape measure Optional: beads, buttons, charms, ribbons 🛒 Where to Find the Wire: Walmart Michaels Amazon Whether you’re brand new to weaving or a seasoned basket maker, this little project will spark BIG creative joy. Come weave along with me! 💜 Subscribe for more weaving demos, tips, and inspiration! #BasketWeaving #MiniBasket #CraftTutorial #OfferingsOfWonderByLorelea #DIYO
No-Water Mini Basket Weaving Tutorial | Easy Floral Wire Baskets
Shine a little handmade magic into your holidays! ✨ In this Monday Meetup replay, we walk step-by-step through weaving a beautiful Star Ornament using just a few feet of reed. It’s quick, relaxing, and perfect for gifting, decorating, or adding a touch of sparkle to your tree. Materials Used: #3 Round Reed — approx. 3 ft 3/16" Flat Oval Reed — approx. 40 in Scissors Optional: Ribbon or twine for hanging Whether you’re a brand-new weaver or a lifelong basket lover, you’ll enjoy this simple, satisfying project. 💜🦉 ✨ SPECIAL NOVEMBER BONUS: All orders placed through Nov 30 receive a FREE gift to celebrate Lorelea's Birthday Month! 📦 Shipping Pause: Orders placed Nov 24–Dec 1 will ship starting Dec 2. If you enjoy this tutorial, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and ring the bell to never miss another weaving adventure! Let’s reach our next milestone together! 💫 Happy weaving, friends!
How to Weave a Star Ornament | Easy Reed Holiday Craft Tutorial
Celebrate the season with a fun and simple weaving project — the Mini Cornucopia! Perfect for your Thanksgiving table or as a sweet handmade gift, this little basket packs a lot of charm. Join me, Lorelea from Offerings of Wonder, as I demo how to weave this festive mini cornucopia. You can weave along or just watch and learn—either way, you’ll pick up tips, tricks, and a few giggles along the way. Materials Needed: ✨ 3 pieces of #3 round reed at 16 inches ✨ 6 pieces of #3 round reed at 8 inches ✨ About 28 feet of #2 round reed ✨ Scissors ✨ Optional: Ribbon for a festive finish 🎀 🧺 Subscribe for more no-stress, joy-filled basket weaving projects! #BasketWeaving #OfferingsOfWonderByLorelea #Cornucopia #WeaveWithMe #HandmadeCrafts #falldecor
🍂 Weave a Mini Cornucopia with Me! | Easy Fall Basket Weaving Tutorial 🌾
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