Practical Basket Making (1914)

Practical Basket Making is a comprehensive guide to the art of making baskets, written by George Wharton James and first published in 1914. The book covers all aspects of basket making, from selecting materials and tools to weaving techniques and finishing touches. It includes detailed instructions for making a variety of baskets, including simple woven baskets, coiled baskets, and more complex designs such as the ""Indian basket."" The book also offers advice on how to decorate and embellish baskets, as well as tips for repairing and maintaining them. With its clear and detailed instructions, Practical Basket Making is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in this traditional craft.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.