coiled basket making.

I have been researching the coiling core baskets and found a source and some very pretty designs for making the coiled core baskets. I guess I was just in hopes that I could continue with my pine needles but I will sell my huge stash of needles and buy some coiling core to try my hand at these.


Here are some nice baskets that I found on line.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCv5LTEDWO0








Also I have made one of these before that is a lot of fun


yes, I know there are many other ways of making the baskets. It was just my preference for using natural materials and the warm colors and smell of the needles.
I guess I will just have to change my way of thinking. Thats hard to do at my age. Heheh
The crocheted rug that I made lasted for about 10 years. It was sort of funny that I bought all this pretty new fabric then shredded it up to make my rag crocheted run. It was made from a combination of red, yellow and blue calico's. Very homey.
Thank for all your suggestions. I will give them some thought.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYw5ZvRdhPQ
Okay my friends, you have given me lots to think about and a way around my allergies. You are true friends.
Thanks.