New ideas for work and play; what a girl can make and do (1902)
Beard, Lina, Beard, Adelia B. (Adelia Belle), 1857-1920, joint author · New York, Scribner's · leaf 222
! a basketf is woven. A child of eight can learnit, a woman will find the work acharming pastime; so this is writtenfor girls of all ages. Dye your reeds, put all the brightcolors you like into your baskets, andsee if they are not much prettier andmore substantial than the so-called Indian work.… … Materials for Weaving A variety of materials are adapted to basket-weaving, butthe most substantial baskets are made of reeds. When theprinciple is mastered you may use anything you choosewhich will lend itself to the work. The basket-reeds can be purchased from any reed andrattan manufacturer, and…
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