Basket Weaving for Beginners: The Coiling Technique
A course by Tabara N'Diaye , Designer, Author, and Creative Director
Discover the meditative art of basket weaving and create colorful handmade baskets to brighten any home
Discover the meditative art of basket weaving and create colorful handmade baskets to brighten any home
Basket weaving is one of the oldest and most widespread crafts in the world; it’s an opportunity to get creative, add a splash of color to your home, and practice mindful crafting. Tabara N’Diaye is from a region of Senegal famous for its basket weaving, and practices the craft to reconnect with her Senegalese roots. She is also a creative designer, author, and founder of online boutique La Basketry.
In this course, Tabara reveals the secrets of an art that have been passed down from generation to generation over thousands of years. Discover the coiling technique for basket weaving and experiment with different patterns to create unique pieces. Learn to disconnect from the modern world by falling in love with an ancient craft.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 17 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (207)
- 5,615 students
- 15 lessons (2h 40m)
- 17 additional resources (3 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
Learn to use the coiling technique to create your own handwoven basket.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in bringing color into their home, learning a fun new craft, and disconnecting from the modern world.
Requirements and materials
You don’t need any prior knowledge of basket weaving to take this course.
In terms of materials, you’ll just need some rope, two colors of yarn, a blunt needle, a pair of scissors, a measuring tape, and a clothes peg, as well as grid paper and colored pencils.
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A course by Tabara N'Diaye
Tabara N’Diaye is a creative designer, author, and founder of La Basketry. Tabara was born and raised in Paris but has been based in London for more than 10 years. Her family is originally from Thies in Senegal, which is a part of the country famous for its craftsmanship. As she spent more time reconnecting with her roots in Senegal, Tabara mastered the ancient craft of basket weaving.
After establishing a career as an event manager in her twenties, Tabara made it her mission to share the joys of Senegalese craftsmanship with the world. She founded La Basketry in 2017; a lifestyle brand and online boutique that sells handcrafted baskets and home accessories. The first La Basketry collection was stocked at, among other places, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. In 2019 Tabara also published Baskets; a guide to the art of basket weaving featuring 15 projects you can try at home.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Techniques, Materials, and Colours
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Materials
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Introduction to Coiling
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Mood Board: Colour Palettes and Textures
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Creating a Pattern
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U3
Weaving Your Basket
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Starting the Base
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The Pattern 1
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The Pattern 2
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Shaping Your Basket
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Finishing Touches 1
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Finishing Touches 2
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U4
Styling and Inspiration
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Different Applications of Coiling
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Creating and Styling a Basket Wall
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Sustainability and Waste
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FP
Final project
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Basket Weaving for Beginners: The Coiling Technique
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fionamartin_1
A really enjoyable course, Tabara’s instructions are very clear at an easy to follow pace. I haven’t quite finished my basket yet but it’s starting to take shape and I’m already thinking about starting another one.
danaimaltezou
I loved this course. The teacher is explaining everything with enough details and giving a lot of references and ideas. I'm so happy for my new basket weaving skills
canadian_beaver
PlusReally enjoyed this course. Good instruction! I love how the basket feels as it takes shape, almost shapes itself.
fatimagoncalves8
o curso e muito bom aprovado, amei
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paulinanonima
Esta muy bueno el curso
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