Every craft has a language of it's own.  Here is a glossary of basket weaving terms to help you understand patterns, and navigate through the world of basket making.  

Throughout the year, we have the opportunity to use new patterns that other weavers have offered to share for free.  Missouri Basket Weavers Guild has an extensive library of free videos and PDF files for free patterns.  Here are a few that we have enjoyed from many sources!

Members have asked for more information about the handles from June 2025.  Here are a few hits and helps!  

Prevent Mildew on Basket Weaving Supplies

Hot, humid summer time. It’s that time of year when you have to be especially careful to prevent mildew on your baskets and basket weaving supplies.

To prevent mildew on basket weaving supplies:

Never wrap your basket weaving supplies in plastic. Always dry out your supplies thoroughly before storing. Cardboard boxes- like “bankers boxes”- are a good choice.

Never store in damp locations with high humidity. If you store in a closet, be sure that closet gets plenty of ventilation or leave the door ajar.

If mildew occurs:

Soak the supplies or basket in a mild bleach water solution. Try about a half-cup of bleach in 1 gallon of water. That should do it. Rinse. Dry in the sun or in a well-ventilated dry area.