Baskets

Various materials may be used to make baskets by "twining." This refers to the process of weaving a basket using thin stems of plants and vines.

Common twining materials are:

• Shrubs: Wild Raisin, Nannyberry, Red Osier Dogwood, Willow

• Vines: Grape, Virginia Creeper

• Other Plants: Cattails

Baskets: photographs and instructions on how to make them:

• Baskets made from Red Osier Dogwood

• Baskets made from cordage

• Baskets made from Cattails

• Baskets - various baskets

• Basket workshop led by Doc April 2, 2006 for the Wildwood Trackers club

• Instructions on how to weave a basket (to accompany the above workshop)

See also the Clothing section, as primitive clothing is sometimes made from woven materials, much the same as baskets.