When we were learning basketry, we watched this. Great and straightforward.

He demonstrates the foundational techniques for starting a woven basket base using natural materials. It begins by showing how to split and arrange three primary rods, ensuring a specific combination of straight and bent pieces to create a sturdy, spread framework. Once the basic structure is set, the process moves into weaving, utilizing a repetitive over-and-under pattern around the initial rods for two laps before transitioning to individual weaving.

The tutorial also covers practical maintenance during the build, such as trimming tails and seamlessly adding new weavers when materials run low. By tapering the ends and inserting new thick pieces where the old ones finished, you can maintain a consistent weave. As the base expands, the video explains how to bend the rods and add extra weavers to increase the diameter, providing a clear guide for achieving a well-sized and balanced basket foundation.