I finished the rope basket I started last week on Saturday. I just needed a few minutes to sit down and complete the hand sewing portion which took no time at all. In fact, the entire thing was easy-peasy. And so so fun! I was slightly nervous to sew over rope (eek!), but really did not encounter a single problem. I am super happy that I was able to make it even and round on my first go. I shouldn't have been worried a bit. It was simple, really. And slightly addictive – I know I will make more.
As I said last week, I watched this creativebug class to learn the technique. I wasn't able to find the twisted cotton rope locally, so I went with a 1/4" cotton clothesline that has a nylon core. I bought it at my local hardware store, but saw the same thing at the big box home improvements stores, too. It worked great. I think I have found a good source for the twisted rope – I'll let you know how that works just as soon as I make the next one. I also think this method will be great for some other uses other than baskets. Time to experiment!
So good.
A perfect thing to add to the Teacher Gift list.
I’m sure they’ve tired of the usual bath salts…
Love it! The green thread is a nice Erin touch.
ok, that is gorgeous.
Very cute. Love the simplicity of it.
Beautiful basket! Thanks for sharing!
Simply beautiful.
It’s gorgeous and has that signature ‘Erin’ touch.
This is beautiful!
Beautiful,
So beautiful!
A thing of beauty – just so fresh and cool on this wickedly hot day! Take care, Byrd
love your basket!
I am so impressed. I’m certain that if I tried this it would be lopsided. You seem to have a way of making things look very professional.
So glad to have found you through Amanda’s link. I came to see the basket and will be reading much more. I’m going to dig out my sewing machine to try my hand at making one of these baskets. They look fantastic!