Calliope Basket Pattern and Video
Natural raffia coils beautifully, transitioning organically from one color to another, creating a lightweight unique basket. Learn this wonderful basic basketweaving technique, while not worrying too much about counting or exactness. GREAT BEGINNER BASKET WEAVING PATTERN! Shape your basket however is desired from flat to a curved container. There are so many ways to play with using two colors in your basketry--this free-hand way is a great way to start!
Pattern requires:
:: 1.5 oz Black Raffia
:: 1.5 oz Natural Raffia
:: Sharp Needle
:: Clippers
Basket measures 7.5" by 2" as shown but this can be variable depending on your desired size and shape. The last one I made was 6" by 1".
If you're looking for the KIT which has everything you need in one convenient package, you can find it HERE. Do you want to purchase the raffia I use for this? Look HERE.
Shipping & Returns
Returns
Our policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange. To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. Skeins of yarn must not be opened. It must also be in the original packaging.
Non-returnable items:
Gift cards
Downloadable software products such as patterns
Refunds
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days. Refund amount will be less the shipping charge required to return the item, if applicable.
Exchanges
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at hello@flaxandtwine.com and send your item to: 3321 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return.
Shipping
To return your product, you should mail your product to: 3321 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
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A happy handmade life
At Flax & Twine, we love adding the little element that takes projects from ho-hum to WOW. Using natural fibers in unusual ways help inexperienced makers and long-time creators both succeed in crafting something new and beautiful. We are passionate about people who love to create!