Learn how to sew a rope basket with this easy beginner friendly tutorial. Perfect for gifts and home organization!
How to Make a Rope Basket, Clothesline rope baskets, a quick and easy rope basket tutorial with lots of pictures
Use leftover fabric scraps to make fabric rope placemats. They are an easy craft to make as DIY gifts or for fun on a rainy day.
I’ve been looking for a basket of specific dimensions for a while without any luck. Then I saw a circular version of this idea and realised I could make my own! This uses a technique similar to th…
Make a fabric rope bowl as a gift. Choose fabric to match the recipient's home. Just wrap, coil and zigzag stitch!
Learn how to make a trendy rope bowl in under half an hour with our easy instructions. Plus, learn how to dye your rope for gorgeous color.
Michelle Harvey of Crayon Chick creates a gorgeous range of 'Weave Bowls'. Her woven rope bowls are sturdy and practical and come in lovely colours.
***PLEASE READ IN FULL BEFORE MAKING PURCHASE*** Decorative Boho Basket | Bohemian Deco Basket | Housewarming Gift | Rope Basket Each listing is for the exact item you see in the photos. All of my designs are unique pieces. This basket is small in size 6x2". A catchall style of basket, perfect for anywhere you want to organize small things. Perfect for keys or change, you can also use this in the bathroom for small stuff or on your nightstand. Please do not place baskets in direct sunlight, yarn and fibers fade in direct sunlight. These baskets are handmade. As with all handmade products there are sometimes minor imperfections. All the bright, multi colored baskets are totally unique! Although they may share some similar fibers each basket is one of a kind! Some baskets may be fuzzy depending on yarn/fiber type. Baskets are made of yarn and various fibers/mixed media. Many of the materials used in my baskets were purchased on Etsy from a small business. Many yarns are custom dyed and hand spun and cannot be duplicated so if you see a basket you love, grab it! *Multi-fiber Baskets are not always perfectly even due to variety of fiber widths. These are the baskets that have all completely different sizes and types of fibers. Please see photos. Sizes and shapes vary. Some baskets have higher sides than others so please refer to photos & measurements for each listing. Most baskets have straight sides. Colors in pictures may vary slightly. Prices vary according to materials used. All my pieces are made in a smoke-free home. **Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs and any loss in value if an item isn't returned in original condition. Any questions or issues message me, I typically reply within 24 hours. Thank you very much for supporting my small business and I truly hope my baskets brighten up your home! ~Positive feedback reviews are always appreciated! ~If you love your basket please tell your friends & family about my store! Thanks again! Kobi P.S. You can also visit my other Etsy shop: Magnet Marketplace
Neons are really hot right now and one of my favorite neon craft supplies is the brightly colored mason line that you can find in the rope aisle of any hardware store. Pair it with plain cotton clothesline, and you have these super fresh baskets. I use mine to hold knitting needles, scissors and my drop spindle. You might even be able to make these and call it "spring cleaning" because they are a great way to organize things in a presentable way. I've made some videos of this project because it is a little hard to learn with still images. There are also pictures below showing how to do the stitch. Video tutorial part 1 Video tutorial part 2 Both of these are playable in HD, and I recommend doing so in order to clearly see what is going on. You will need: Cotton clothesline or a similar thick rope in any material, I used this kind. Neon mason line, I've located it for sale online in neon yellow, neon pink, neon orange, and white. or Cotton butcher's twine or Similar thin rope in any material - but if you can break it with your own strength it is not a good choice A crochet hook Scissors Fire to burn the ends of the mason line Begin as in the video by making a crocheted magic ring. Work in a coil attaching the rope with the following stitch Reach through the previous coil with the hook and create a loop. This should be about an inch from the last stitch. There should be a loop on the back of you work after you pull the string through. Put the front loop through this back loop. Put your bobbin or spool of thread through the front loop. Now pull tight. You have finished the stitch. Just as if you were making a coil pot out of clay, the shape of the vessel can be changed depending on how you place the coil. Each of these baskets took about 100 feet of thin rope and 20-30 feet of clothesline. Finishing instructions are in the video. It takes some practice to control the shape. Have fun making your baskets and please leave a comment if you liked the videos, want to see them in the future, or have a suggestion for future videos.
Elevate your home organization with our handcrafted batik fabric cotton rope coiled bowl. Each bowl is meticulously crafted using a combination of sturdy cotton rope and vibrant batik fabric, wrapped and sewn together with precision on our industrial sewing machine. Color Selection Options: Surprise Me: Allow us to surprise you with a delightful mix of colors, or specify if you prefer Brights or Pastels. One Color Selected: Choose your preferred color, and we'll complement it with a few other random hues. Two Colors Selected: Specify two colors for a personalized touch. Brights/Pastels: Indicate whether you prefer brighter or softer shades, and we'll tailor your bowl accordingly. Dimensions (Approx.): - Inside: 6” across x 1.5” deep - Outside: 6.5" across x 1.75" high Note: As each bowl is handmade, dimensions may vary slightly, adding to the unique character of your purchase. Versatile Uses: Use these charming bowls to store jewelry, keys, coins, business cards, or small office supplies. They also make thoughtful gifts for various occasions, including housewarmings, birthdays, and anniversaries. Care Instructions: Maintaining your bowl is effortless—simply spot clean or hand wash with mild soap and water. Reshape and air dry as needed. For light cleaning, you can use your vacuum hose attachment. Add a pop of color and functionality to your home or office with our artisanal batik fabric cotton rope coiled bowl. Order now and experience the beauty of handmade craftsmanship in your daily life!
I’ve wanted to make one of these coiled rope bowls for some time now, so I figured this cold winter weekend was the time to start. We were supposed to wake up to several inches of snow yester…
Making coil baskets has been on my do list for a couple of years and recently I finally took some time to have a little fun putting own t...
I just love how easy they are to make and you only need one material, wool rope! Once you know the basics of making a woven rope basket, the possibilities are pretty much endless. You can play with different basket forms and shapes, changing colors, mixing up materials, adding fun elements like tassels or pom-poms, etc. I tried to make this tutorial as understandable as possible, with tons of pictures. Any other visual learners around here?! Let’s begin! What You’ll Need 17 yards of 5mm felted wool rope I used felted wool rope from my shop in the color sea spray Bowl or basket for a mold Scissors Tape measure *this tutorial uses 5mm rope, but you can use it for the 10mm rope too, I would just double the lengths of the rope and size of the mold. Step 1. Cut the rope into warp and weft pieces. For the warp you’ll need 12, 18” strands. For the weft you’ll need 11 yards divided in half, but still connected. Make a slipknot in the middle and separately wind each end into a ball. Step 2. Group the 12 warp strands into 6 pairs. Step 3. Arrange three pairs of strands horizontally and parallel to each other. Interlace each vertical pair alternatively over and under the horizontal pairs. Ensure that the woven square forms at the midpoint of all the pairs. Carefully tighten the square to the fullest extent possible. It’s like lattice work on a pie! Step 4. Take a piece of scrap yarn and tie a knot on the leftmost strand among the vertical pairs of rope. It serves as a helpful marker for the starting point of each weaving round. Step 5. Now take your weft rope that has been wound into two balls, undoing the slipknot and placing the center of the rope around the pair where you tied the marker knot. Step 6. Let's begin the weaving process by maneuvering around the warp spokes. Take the two lengths of weft yarn and twist or twine them around each pair of yarn warp. Here's how it works: as you transition to a new pair of warp strands, bring the lower strand up and the upper strand down, creating a twist or twine effect. Continue this pattern as you move around the warp pairs. It's important to keep an eye on the weft balls of yarn as you weave. Every several rotations, pause to untangle and straighten the bundles of weft. This will ensure a smooth weaving experience and help maintain the neatness of your project. Step 7. Keep weaving around the square, which is gradually transforming into a circle, as you continue twining the two yarn lengths around each pair of warp strands. While you weave, tighten the center. Make sure to adjust and tighten the initial round or two of weft as necessary to maintain a uniform and snug weaving pattern. This process will help create a well-crafted base for your basket. Step 8. Once you’ve woven a circle that fits the base of your mold, place it on your upside down mold, so that your basket can start to take shape. Step 9. As you go around the circle, pull the weft threads snuggly against the mold's shape. This will help the woven piece match the shape of the mold. When transitioning from flat to vertical, pull the diameter of these rounds tightly enough to turn it vertically, but not too tight that the base pops off. Once you've safely made it around the corner, keep weaving and tightening the weft for a snug fit around the mold. Step 10. Once you've twined the warp pairs four times around (use your knot as a reference for the start of a round), it's time to twine each warp strand individually. Continue the pattern around the circle, treating each warp thread separately. Step 11. Once you reach the desired height for your basket, take the woven piece off the mold and flip it over. Trim the weft ends, leaving about 4 inches. Take each end and tuck it beneath the weft rows' channel where it hangs. Tuck the excess length inside the basket. Step 12. To complete the warp ends, take each warp strand and bring it behind the one to its left. Then, guide it down the weft channel of the next warp thread (which is two spaces over from its starting point). Make sure to pass it under at least 3 or 4 strands for a secure hold. Again, tuck the remaining length inside the basket. Step 13. Tighten each warp end to tidy up the braid along the top edge of the basket. Feel free to adjust the shape of the basket to your liking, making small adjustments if needed. Step 14. Trim the extra lengths from the ends inside the basket. Then boom, you have your very own woven basket!! I had so much fun making these and have a bunch of ideas in my head for similar projects that I can’t wait to make! I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and it inspires you to make some baskets and bowls with felted wool rope! You can shop the 10mm wool rope here, and the 5mm here. Pin this post for later and tag me on Instagram @pineroseandco so I can see what you make!
Learn how to make a fabric covered rope bowl in under an hour! This easy sewing project is a perfect beginner sewing project and is ideal for using up fabric
These DIY Yarn Wrapped Rope Baskets were SO easy to make and even the perfect sewing project for the beginner sewer.
I just love how easy they are to make and you only need one material, wool rope! Once you know the basics of making a woven rope basket, the possibilities are pretty much endless. You can play with different basket forms and shapes, changing colors, mixing up materials, adding fun elements like tassels or pom-poms, etc. I tried to make this tutorial as understandable as possible, with tons of pictures. Any other visual learners around here?! Let’s begin! What You’ll Need 17 yards of 5mm felted wool rope I used felted wool rope from my shop in the color sea spray Bowl or basket for a mold Scissors Tape measure *this tutorial uses 5mm rope, but you can use it for the 10mm rope too, I would just double the lengths of the rope and size of the mold. Step 1. Cut the rope into warp and weft pieces. For the warp you’ll need 12, 18” strands. For the weft you’ll need 11 yards divided in half, but still connected. Make a slipknot in the middle and separately wind each end into a ball. Step 2. Group the 12 warp strands into 6 pairs. Step 3. Arrange three pairs of strands horizontally and parallel to each other. Interlace each vertical pair alternatively over and under the horizontal pairs. Ensure that the woven square forms at the midpoint of all the pairs. Carefully tighten the square to the fullest extent possible. It’s like lattice work on a pie! Step 4. Take a piece of scrap yarn and tie a knot on the leftmost strand among the vertical pairs of rope. It serves as a helpful marker for the starting point of each weaving round. Step 5. Now take your weft rope that has been wound into two balls, undoing the slipknot and placing the center of the rope around the pair where you tied the marker knot. Step 6. Let's begin the weaving process by maneuvering around the warp spokes. Take the two lengths of weft yarn and twist or twine them around each pair of yarn warp. Here's how it works: as you transition to a new pair of warp strands, bring the lower strand up and the upper strand down, creating a twist or twine effect. Continue this pattern as you move around the warp pairs. It's important to keep an eye on the weft balls of yarn as you weave. Every several rotations, pause to untangle and straighten the bundles of weft. This will ensure a smooth weaving experience and help maintain the neatness of your project. Step 7. Keep weaving around the square, which is gradually transforming into a circle, as you continue twining the two yarn lengths around each pair of warp strands. While you weave, tighten the center. Make sure to adjust and tighten the initial round or two of weft as necessary to maintain a uniform and snug weaving pattern. This process will help create a well-crafted base for your basket. Step 8. Once you’ve woven a circle that fits the base of your mold, place it on your upside down mold, so that your basket can start to take shape. Step 9. As you go around the circle, pull the weft threads snuggly against the mold's shape. This will help the woven piece match the shape of the mold. When transitioning from flat to vertical, pull the diameter of these rounds tightly enough to turn it vertically, but not too tight that the base pops off. Once you've safely made it around the corner, keep weaving and tightening the weft for a snug fit around the mold. Step 10. Once you've twined the warp pairs four times around (use your knot as a reference for the start of a round), it's time to twine each warp strand individually. Continue the pattern around the circle, treating each warp thread separately. Step 11. Once you reach the desired height for your basket, take the woven piece off the mold and flip it over. Trim the weft ends, leaving about 4 inches. Take each end and tuck it beneath the weft rows' channel where it hangs. Tuck the excess length inside the basket. Step 12. To complete the warp ends, take each warp strand and bring it behind the one to its left. Then, guide it down the weft channel of the next warp thread (which is two spaces over from its starting point). Make sure to pass it under at least 3 or 4 strands for a secure hold. Again, tuck the remaining length inside the basket. Step 13. Tighten each warp end to tidy up the braid along the top edge of the basket. Feel free to adjust the shape of the basket to your liking, making small adjustments if needed. Step 14. Trim the extra lengths from the ends inside the basket. Then boom, you have your very own woven basket!! I had so much fun making these and have a bunch of ideas in my head for similar projects that I can’t wait to make! I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and it inspires you to make some baskets and bowls with felted wool rope! You can shop the 10mm wool rope here, and the 5mm here. Pin this post for later and tag me on Instagram @pineroseandco so I can see what you make!
Hi friends, For those of you that keep up with my work over on Instagram you might have noticed a few things other than quilts.... Rope bowls! Yes I know so completely random but I swear to you, keep reading - it's worth it! For those of you who are not familiar with these little zigzag stitched beauties, they are fast - pretty - and what my family and friends are receiving for Christmas this year. You can even add a label! I have a little stash of leather labels I bought from a seller on Etsy (cocosheaven), the extra little texture is so fun. Materials needed: This page contains affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Natural Cotton 3/16 - inch rope Thread - it can be contrasting to add a decorative look or stick with a cream or white to keep a consistent look (this is my favorite) 1
A while back, I included in a newsletter my memories of growing up with my mother’s collection of American Home Craft Magazines. So many of you reached out with similar feelings about this remarkable but short lived craft publication in the mid 1970’s. Well…I have been taking a deep dive into the wo
This rope basket DIY used cotton rope from the DIY store and is perfect for storing everything from jewellery, washi tape to tea!
Tutorial - How to make rope coil vessels - We Are Scout
This rope basket DIY used cotton rope from the DIY store and is perfect for storing everything from jewellery, washi tape to tea!
How To Store Potatoes Long Term. Stock up on potatoes when you find a deal and store them long term with this handy method.
Basket weaving is almost as old as human history, taking fibres from the landscape and creating something useful, practical and beautiful. There are many many variations of materials to use, stitches, designs, techniques and processes. Sometimes I look at the beautiful baskets I use for taking to
Tutorial - How to make rope coil vessels - We Are Scout
Once you see how easy it is to make your own mini rope baskets, you'll be obsessed. You just need rope and a hot glue gun, and a little coordination!
Basket weaving is almost as old as human history, taking fibres from the landscape and creating something useful, practical and beautiful. There are many many variations of materials to use, stitches, designs, techniques and processes. Sometimes I look at the beautiful baskets I use for taking to
Cotton rope is a material that dyes well due to cotton’s ability to easily take up dye and maintain color. Many people choose to hand dye their cotton rope in order to achieve specific hues and patterns that may not be available to purchase. Below, we’ve compiled several techniques for dyeing cotton rope so that you can decide which is best for you. Materials If you wish to dye our twisted cotton rope, we suggest using our natural white rope as it will easily take up any color that you wish. Our colored ropes can also be dyed, but it would be best to use a color that is darker than the color of the rope you are dyeing. These methods offer instruction primarily for store-bought dyes such as RIT, which are used to dye natural fibers like cotton. The same techniques can be used with natural dyes, but be sure your natural dye has a mordant that will prevent the color from washing out. Food coloring can also be used to dye cotton rope, although if you wash the rope it will wash out as well. Keep in mind that any dye that is used for dyeing 100% cotton T-shirts is effective for dyeing twisted cotton rope, as they are made from the same material! Procion Dyes are another great option used to Tie-Dye, for tub or washing machine dyeing, low immersion dyeing, dye painting, silk painting or stenciling. Procion dyes won't fade even after repeated washings. They are economical, safe and easy to use. Prep Wind your rope into a loose hank to prepare it for washing. To form a hank: Wind yarn into a circular shape around a stable object, then tie this circle with small pieces of rope in several places to hold is shape. Wash the yarn. This will remove any waxy residue and ensure that the yarn is clean and will easily take up the dye. To wash: Place the rope in a large saucepan with mild soap, pouring in warm water until it just covers the hank. Simmer on a stovetop for about an hour. After an hour, rinse the rope until the water runs clear (it may be a bit brown—this is normal) and let it dry. The Stovetop Method The stovetop method uses hot water and is the most common means of dyeing cotton rope. Be sure to wear rubber gloves to prevent dye from getting on your hands! Fill a large pot with enough water so that the hank can swish around in the pot while remaining submerged, but do not put the hank in the water yet. Heat water until it simmers and add the dye to the water. DO NOT let the water reach a boil. Follow the instructions that come with the dye. Add one cup of salt to the simmering water and dye mixture to prevent the color from fading. Add the cotton rope to the water. It’s okay if it is still slightly damp from washing. Move the yarn around in the pot with a spoon for half an hour to ensure that the cotton rope becomes fully saturated with the dye. You may vary the time the rope is left in the dye mixture depending on how dark or light you would like it to be. 5-10 minutes in the mixture will result in a light pastel color. Remove the rope from the water and rinse it in warm water to get rid of excess dye. As the water begins to run clear, gradually make the water colder. Allow the rope to dry. The Bucket Method The bucket method utilizes cold water and is ideal for dyeing a large amount of rope at once, or rope with a large diameter. Follow the above method to wash your rope and if desired, wind it into a large hank. Fill a large plastic bucket or bin with cold water, adding in your dye of choice and anything else the dye packet instructs. Place hank of rope inside, and stir or agitate the rope continuously using a wooden spoon or gloved hands. Because the water is cold, the rope will need to remain in the mixture longer than with warm water methods. For a light color, the rope will need to remain in the dye for at least 30 minutes. For darker colors, it will need to at least 60 minutes. After the rope has reached your desired color, remove it from the dye and rinse it in fresh, cold water until the water begins to run clear. Hang rope up to dry. The Washing Machine Method Some people prefer to use the washing machine method because the washing machine does the work of moving the rope and mixture, and you can also dye large amounts of rope at once. For a top-loading washer: Set the heat to the highest setting and allow the washer to fill with hot water. Add dye and any other ingredients to the mixture as specified by the dye packet. Add the rope and allow the machine to run its full wash cycle. Follow the proper machine-cleaning instructions immediately after dyeing so that dye does not stain your next load of laundry. For a front loading washer: Set the heat to highest possible setting, add dye mixed with hot water into soap dispenser, and start cycle. Ten minutes into cycle, add a cup of salt diluted with hot water, and resume cycle. Follow the proper machine-cleaning instructions immediately after dyeing so that dye does not stain your next load of laundry. Enjoy your newly dyed twisted cotton rope! Check out our DIY cotton rope projects and uses here.
Make your own hemp basket with this crochet basket pattern & tutorial. Know basic crochet technique to complete it. It uses manila rope and yarn to build.
Image from ReCoil: Change and Exchange in Coiled Fibre Art National Museum of Australia 15 November 2008 – 14 June 2009 Courtesy Elcho Island Arts & Crafts. Photo: Peter Eve, Monsoon Studio. Pandanus (Pandanus spiralis), natural dyes, natural pigments, fibre string.
Coiled Basketry -The Closed Coiled Technique Some of the finest, most beautiful baskets in the world are made using the coiling technique. This universal method uses one continuous, round length of paper rush as the material to construct the basket, wound around or on top of itself, in an expanding or decreasing spiral. Covered coiling lends itself to a wide variety of expressions. This basket uses a beautifully hand-dyed, hand-spun silk yarn to completely cover the core. (I dyed the yarn but did not spin it). A “figure 8” stitch is used to bind the new coil to the previous one. Concentrated attention was paid to the shaping and the rim of this basket. After I wove the basket, I added several rounds of Siberian iris leaves to the rim of this basket. The leaves were harvested from my garden in the fall after they turned golden brown. To mellow the leaves, I wrapped them in a damp towel. The moisture from the towel soaks into the leaves and they become pliable. I can twist two or three leaves into a continuos rope. I used an open coiling technique to stitch the leaves around the rim. Coiled basketry is a labor intensive art form. Each basket is a one-of-a-kind creation. This basket took 12 to 16 hours to complete. Diameter Top: 4 1/2" Diameter Base: 4 1/2" Height: 4 1/2"
Stars 'n Stripes 'n Scraps Quilt (queen size--just finished Sun 3/13/16) Answering the question--what to do with all those lovely fabric scraps? I'm still pecking away at my fabric scrap piles, building as many scrappy queen size quilts as I can by May, then I'll switch to building purses, baby quilts, table runners, and pot holders. I am full speed in my commitment to reduce 3 big bins of scraps, mostly 2.5" strips. I have a fourth bin full of 1.5" strips - and here's what those 1.5" strips made in the past: a decorative pocket for a soft luggage, this travel bag is 22 x 22. and I make other soft luggage out of upholstery material--oh yeah, got a big bin full of upholstery material scraps. Here are a couple pics of the soft luggage the small cotton fabric scraps I build these . . . little padded pouches with metal swivel clasp to carry cell phone or eye glasses. and rope baskets that are cool seriously, it takes a full day to make one of these. I wrap fabric strips around 1/4" cotton clothesline rope to create a disc (bottom of the basket), then I start nudging the disc upwards with my left hand to build the wall while I stitch. A zig zag stitch holds firmly. Ok, ok back to photos of current quilt Stars 'n Stripes 'n Scraps . . . my signature free hand edge to edge quilting "Feather Bouquet" I confess, even after doing the last three quilts--I made only a dent in the scrap piles. Ah, oh well. I'll keep sewing 'n sewing. I'm sure I mentioned one more scrap pile of 1" wide or less strips and short lengths?? I give them to my friend Jerry who uses all the colorful bits in beautiful rag rugs he looms. They are gorgeous! Here's the half way point of long arm quilting process. Lots of color loading quilt (floating quilt) After removing the quilt from the frame, I cut away excess batting and backing, square the quilt, sew 400+ inches of fabric binding, install the binding, then sit for 5-6 hours turning the binding and hand stitch. It's not complicated work. Its time consuming, but relaxing. I'll drop in more photos later. Right now, I'm going to take a nap. Talk to you later.
Join me for a picture tutorial on how to weave a basket. A fun, easy, and relaxing project and the result is both beautiful and useful!
Close-up of the texture of a basket woven with grass rope forming a background of irregular shapes
Join me for a picture tutorial on how to weave a basket. A fun, easy, and relaxing project and the result is both beautiful and useful!
Tutorial - How to make rope coil vessels - We Are Scout
How to Make a Rope Basket, Clothesline rope baskets, a quick and easy rope basket tutorial with lots of pictures
Prepared and packaged reeds are available in craft stores and from basketry supply retailers for those who want to weave their own baskets. However, some weavers prefer to use freshly-harvested reeds or other natural materials for their baskets. Follow two main steps to prepare your own reeds for making baskets.
Rope frays easily, which eventually destroys it. Many people do something to the ends of the rope to prevent it from happening. If a rope contains nylon, you can melt the ends. Melting part of the rope won’t affect its strength. The melted ends feel hard to the touch. Taping the rope is another common method used.
