How to weave the Check mate basket by La Basketry

Basketry weaving, “cesteria” in Italian, is an ancient artisan technique based on the weaving of branches, ropes, leaves and other similar object in the creation of baskets or hampers. However, it’s not limited to only these but also hats, trays an…

Basket weaving by La Basketry

Basket weaving, cestiera in Italian, is one of the oldest forms of craftsmanship in the world. Creating containers to collect and carry fruits, berries or small tools has greatly assisted man in times gone by. Today basketry is an advanced and comple…