Go beyond just following the steps and learn the methods to traditional basket weaving. With 20 classic folk basket patterns and clear step-by-step instructions and photos, you'll acquire all the proper techniques you need to become an accomplished basket-weaver, from measuring and adding spokes to learning various weaving patterns. Author Lora Irish is a talented and successful artist of many trades and has been making baskets for 15 years.

She has also written several woodcarving, pyrography, and craft pattern books.