First, let me tell you that I have never, ever done basket weaving before! But I found directions on weaving a basket using patterned paper and I couldn't resist!
Would you believe that this basket used just one single 12"x12" sheet of patterned paper? I used a sheet of the new Afternoon Tea Designer Paper from the Occasions Mini Collection. This paper is to die for! It works beautifully for this basket. I haven't tried it yet, but I think that Stampin' Up's textured cardstock would give a fantastic look, also.
The basket took about an hour to do... I'm talking an hour from start to finish, taking my time because - yes... I've never done basket weaving before! So don't let what looks like a complex project stop you from trying this... you'll be so glad you tried this out!
I'm not going to even try to give directions here. Mainly because I want to make sure that Laura Canale, the creative mind behind this, gets credit for it, but also because she's got it laid out so nicely on her blog. So click HERE for the directions and let me know if you try it.
Supplies:
Afternoon Tea Designer Paper
Silver Brads
Wild Wasabi Double Stitched Ribbon
Glue Stick
Paper Cutter
Wednesday, March 05, 2008
Basket Weaving, Anyone?
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WOW!!! I wouldn't have thought that was a basket made from paper! TERRIFIC!!
OMG! This is awesome! I used to make baskets (18 years ago) before I had my twin girls. I've been wanting to get back into it and have often thought about using paper to make one. This is one project that I will HAVE to make today! I can't wait! I think I will try it with the textured cardstock too! Great idea! TFS!
This basket is awesome!!! I am going to have to try this one. Thanks for sharing!!!
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lol- I first thought you really did basket weaving, then I read further and realized you used dsp.
Now, I am impressed!(after I donked myself on my head)
Wow! A basket with paper, how neat!
It doesn't look like paper at all! You did a great job. I know you said you didn't want to post the instructions but I would love them!!!
one of my downline made one for me-just fantabulous! well done!
This is soooo cute I really want to try this!!
Awesome! I saw this on another blog but haven't had the guts to try it. Good for you!
WOW you really made that with only one sheet of 12x12 paper? That's amazing.
Beautiful basket! Doesn't even look like paper! Thanks for the link to the directions.
That is great basket! I can't wait to give it a try!
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**picks up jaw** This is incredible!! I can't wait to try this!
Holy cats! I am going to have to give this a go :)
AWESOME PROJECT! Thanks for posting the link to the instructions. I cannot wait to try it!!
PAPER?? That was made of paper. WoW. you are good!
Jessica
The basket looks great! Who would have thought it was DP. A technique I'd definitely like to try someday. TFS!
Ooooh that's one really cool basket ! And made from one 12 x 12 sheet? Fantastic !
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