"Weavers Words" Vol. 2 Iss. 10 Compiled By: David Collins Snail Mail: 408 North Devon Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46219 Owned By: Weavers Everywhere Date Sent: June 12, 1998 Subscribers: 624 "Weavers Words": http://www.iei.net/~davidc/ {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} ***IMPORTANT INFORMATION*** ***PLEASE READ BEFORE PRINTING*** 1.) Highlight entire issue. 2.) Click copy. 3.) Paste issue into a word processor of your choosing. 4.) Now Print. {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} +++++Individual Weaver's Words Pages+++++ Of course you can always find links to each individual page on Weaver's Words home page (http://www.iei.net/~davidc/). 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I meant to send it Thursday, but I got busy with something else and it slipped my mind. Then Friday a huge storm knocked out our power for about 20 hours. I wasn't a happy camper. I have added a couple new features to Weaver's Words web page. There is a bulletin board system where you can post questions and/or comments. You can also respond to other people's postings. You can find the bulletin board at http://www.InsideTheWeb.com/messageboard/mbs.cgi/mb83941. I have a free banner creation service. If you need a banner for your web page or anything else, go to http://www.iei.net/~davidc/banner.html and see some of my sample banners and pick a style if you want one. Finally, keep those pictures coming. We all like to see everyone's creations. You can send your pictures via U.S. mail or E-Mail. Take Care, David davidc@iei.net {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re: Weaver's Words Information Date: Sun, 7 Jun 1998 21:48:27 EDT From: CMGARDNER@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net Hi David, Thanks for the information! I do hope to get a page set up one of these days. I just wanted to personally thank you for all the time and effort you put in to this project. This is quite a feat...keeping all these people (and mostly women!) organized. I was on Shirleys original list, so have been following along all the time. Although not putting in too much. I did do a posting 2 issues ago about dying reed and got 4 nice letters e-mailed back. It is a great group! You didn't mention if you were still going to school? When you first started, I thought you were working on some college credits. I hope that your are feeling good and healthy too! Keep up the good work on this list. Molly Gardner Reno, NV {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 2 I. 9 Date: Sun, 7 Jun 1998 21:52:05 EDT From: Sandybsk@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net To Leslie Johnson: MS Creations carries the Nantucket wallpaper border, available in Cty. blue, burgundy or moss green. $14.99/roll (15 ft) Send $2.00 (refundable with 1st order) for catalog and request wallpaper samples to be included. Send to: MS Creations, 22 Roderick Ct., Beech Grove, IN 46107-2534. Sandy {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 2 I. 9 Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 09:09:22 +0000 From: Sandy Atkinson To: David Collins References: 1 Hi Debra, Saw your questions about walnut powder for stain on WW and thought I'd write and let you know we carry the powder. We break down the powder into 1/2 pound for $3.00, 1/4 pound for $1.75, and 1# for $5.00. It comes with directions on how to use. We are a full supply company and have a catalog. We would need your mailing address to send you a copy. The catalog does not have the powder in it this issue, so you may want to keep that information on hand. Let us know if we can help you, Lillian shop phone: 1-800-832-3071 {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: lash savers Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 23:21:29 -1000 From: The Keener Clan To: davidc@iei.net For the weavers who are looking for those Lash Savers, you can get them at: Gratiot Lake Basketry glbasketry@worldnet.att.net or Daisies, Etc. (219) 926-6078 Both places have them in stock. There is a small one for smaller baskets and cane and a larger one that is for larger baskets. A brief description: a little metal doodad that is used instead of a bone awl while lashing--but the lasher never touches the rim row or the row below and therefore doesn't get hairy. I still feel a little clumsy with it, especially since it comes on a clip and a long coil and it attaches to your shirt so it is always handy, but I get going and forget it is attached and try to lay it on the table....and feel like a moron. Darleena, my phone # in Honolulu is 423-2451. Please give it to any of your weaving friends coming this way and tell them to call anytime and I*ll fill them in re: our guild. Don*t envy you this move--thought we were finished with that for awhile, but Richard was asked to consider a job in Italy--was told to "think about it" for a year or so. I*ll start packing tomorrow..... Okay, Joy, start the basket swap! It is such fun and it*s always nice to go home from guild with a basket you didn*t have to weave! Our rule is: keep it no larger than an 8 x 12 D (though our weavers use no handles, or wire handles or swings). We do this usually twice a year including our end of year Christmas party. We don*t have a problem of what to wear to craft/art shows in Hawaii--we just dress like everyone else (shorts, shirts, cotton dresses). If someone here dressed up for a fair, people would think they were strange..there was a fair a few years ago at an army post and we were told to wear country looking clothes--no shorts, no jeans, no t-shirts..so most of us wore denim jumpers, etc.--and the women who belonged to the club and had booths showed up in shorts....go figure. Sarah*s Baskets, Daisies, Etc, and Farmer*s Wives have new catalogs...and they*re all great--new patterns for motivation! No, Billie, I don*t take the same baskets to fairs. I usually weave enough "sure sellers" to recover my booth fee and then I take what I like to weave and new things, etc. If I wove some of the neat things you do (Nantuckets come to mind), I would probably do repeat baskets. I have that pattern syndrome disease and have over a thousand to choose from and just like to do different... Lois Honolulu {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Expensive baskets, baleen and Handweavers Certificate of Excellence Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 05:11:11 -0500 From: catslapbaskets@webtv.net (russell/karen mitchell) To: davidc@iei.net Hello David and World Wide Weavers! On Baskets, Etc. under the "links, etc." there are links to pictures of Baleen baskets, one is huge and the asking price is $150,000.00. Also under the "links, etc." you can find a link to the Handweavers Guild and information about the Certificate of Excellence, once at the Handweavers site, check the 'index' to find the Certificate info. Eileen LaPorte wrote to tell me of other baskets featured in magazines, the July/August issue of Country Home, has some baskets in the $200+ to $400+ range. These baskets are by Debra Smith who also had baskets on the cover of the April issue of Country Living. To Pam D-K, I actually live in Robbinsdale Mn, near North Memorial Hospital... almost in Mpls. Happy Weaving to all, Karen in "almost" Mpls/Robbinsdale MN where its toooo early in the morning to tell how cold it will end up being today!! {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Walnut Hull Powder Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 08:10:02 -0400 From: Lewis & Carolyn Megginson To: davidc@iei.net Hello all, Tried to write yesterday, just couldn't get started. Debra Conness; N.C. Basket Works-130 Main St. PO Box 744, Vass NC. 28394 910-245-3049, 800-338-4972 (ORDERS), FAX-910-245-3243 Has walnut hull powder stain that you mix with hot water for $4.00 for a small order. I can't believe I had to order a few pounds. I usually work with nuts but gave out this year. This might even be a better alternative. I did receive my clean up deposit back. Hope the other people did also. The weather was totally uncooperative. Had a couple successful shows since then. I have gone up on prices a little. Trying to decide whether to put baskets in a local farmers market, they have fixed it up real nice. Even have pretty French doors for the entrance. I do feel that my customers get wholesale price and don't feel like discounting, so who knows. Hope we don't loose controversy and have to e-mail everyone. This is why the list means so much to me. Whether I agree at the time or not it makes me stop and think and at least see another point of view. I appreciate all ideas. Always try to dress neat but sometimes in the winter when arthritis is real bad I do wear heavy jeans but always a nice top. Will close and happy weaving to all. Carolyn of Suffolk {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Rit Dye and Adicted to Baskets Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 10:21:20 -0400 From: Winnie Organization: @Home Network Member To: David Collins Hello Weavers, Kay Janke- If you want to get the book "Addicted to Baskets" The Country Seat , has it on special this month for $13.58. It's usually $16.95, I think. You can order it by e-mail at the address I mentioned. Joy Moody- I have used Rit dyes for 8 years. They do fade, but no more than other dyes I've used and they are also very accessible at the last minute. If I want a certain color it's right at the local grocery or drug store. You can also alter the intensity of the color by using more or less dye in your dye pot, and adjusting the length of time it soaks. Happy weaving! WInnie {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re:Alistair Heseltines book Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 16:54:32 +0100 (BST) From: Chris Jordan To: David Collins > Mel - The Bobart book is a gem, but doesn't get into specifics > for particular times and places. There's another British book > that may help: *Baskets and Basketweaving* by Alistair > Heseltine, Shire Publications.... I've got this one, it's quite small, and gives a background of historical stuff, followed by very brief instructions on making a herring cran. A herring cran is a pretty big traditional openweave willow basket, and the instructions aren't really detailed enough unless you use them as a reminder! but its a nice booklet. Chris in Cheshire, England --------------- Chris Jordan caj@jb.man.ac.uk ------------------- {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: (no subject) Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 12:25:16 -0400 From: Nancy Skinner To: davidc@iei.net Hello Weavers Have been reading and enjoying a long time. Finally, got nerve to add a line or two. David this has been fantastic! It has given us a Basket Weaving Family to know and exchange information. I enjoy the comments from everyone regarding the same subjects. Would like to share an item from our Guild. We are the Greater Atlanta Basket Guild, one year old. Happy to say it has been a GREAT year, 33 very enthusiastic members. We are currently in the planning stages of our second annual Mini-Convention. "Weave and Twine in '99", to be held February 19, 20, 21, l999, in Marietta, GA (suburban Atlanta). Should this spark your interest, send email to me (basketweaver@mindspring.com) to be added to mailing list for further details either to teach, vend or participate. We are also in process of creating a statewide organization for Georgia. Hopefully you will hear about this in the future. We have some wonderful talented people around here who love to weave baskets. I teach basketry a little, participate in craft shows and just weave for the enjoyment. Have just recently retired from the working world of 9 to 5. It is wonderful! Now, can really enjoy weaving. I am interested in learning more about home parties. It seems this is a growing idea. I am familiar with the L basket parties, and feel there is room for improvement. At least the product is an improvement and more reasonably priced. Would be interested in suggestions on how to get started and presentations. Making duplications is not my favorite thing except maybe color variation. Custom orders can be challenging, too. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Nancy Skinner from Marietta, Georgia {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Weaver's Words - Hat Forms Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 14:47:52 -0500 From: Lora L Khoury To: David Collins Sharla, you can get hat forms from Judith Mishler. I believe Judith's phone number is (517)852-1950, but I could be wrong about that. She taught straw hat making at the IBA convention a couple of years ago, and she sells all of the forms and supplies needed for different types of hats. Lora Khoury {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: lurking no more Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 15:58:41 -0500 From: PHIL LOGAN To: davidc@iei.net Hello David and weavers, Well I've been lurking long enough. It's about time I wrote in. The cat's are napping, so I can use the computer without being interrupted. It's not unusual to have a cat or two on my lap while I'm reading Weaver's Words or e-mailing somebody. They are so spoiled. I'm Gloria Logan from Lincoln, Illinois, central part of the state. I took up basketweaving in the fall of 94". My husband and I were on vacation in Door County, Wisconsin. Stopped in "The Market Basket" run by Susan Coyle. Decided to take a lesson in basketweaving with a little coaxing from my husband. You like baskets, you might as well learn how. You can do it. So I signed up for two classes that week. Made a small market basket and a twilled 6"round basket in a mauve color. I was hooked. I can say though I wasn't real thrilled with rimming and lashing. I'm still not. There's no getting around it though. It's there and you have to do it some time. Susan was a fun instructor. Hope to get in some classes with her in July when were their. Still pretty much a beginner. Need to learn how you shape beanpots, catheads and some of those flared baskets made with Williamsburg handles. I see some of the ladies on here are working on egg baskets. Purchased a 4" egg basket kit a couple years ago. Still haven't tackled that yet. If I can master that I want to try the 6" squared ribbed basket with the braided handle by Lyn Siler. I haven't made to many baskets since taking classes, but what I've made I've given away for gifts. That's ok. They were very much appreciated. I know how much I like receiving homemade gifts. My mother-in-law does beautiful embroidery work, so for my birthday or at Christmas I pick out a kit, pillow or picture and have her do that instead of buying my gift. There's the time and love that goes into that homemade gift that makes it just that much more special. Right now I'm trying to get going on my 8"x12" Flowering Market Basket by Carol Matteson, that I'm making for my daughter Rebecca's 16th birthday. I purchased the pattern through KMC. Kathleen as busy as she was explain the base to me where I understood then. Hi, Kathleen if your out there. Haven't e-mailed you for awhile. You're probably busy with your catalog business. Hope everything's going well for you. To Fran: You can find the lash savers in Linda Boyle Gibson's catalog. She carries the small for 3/16 reed and small cane, and large size for the wider lashers. Her telephone is: 812-333-1817 E-mail: LBoyleGibson@Juno.com Web Page: www.inahandbasket.com Nice lady to talk to. I bought her plaid bushel basket. Beautiful colors. I love to collect baskets. Also books and patterns. Know wonder I can't decide which basket to make next. I want to thank David for all the time and hard work he has put into this page and thanks to all the weavers that send all there ideas and advice in. Sure helps a beginner. Well I better close for now. I've rambled on to long. Gloria Logan from rainy Lincoln, Illinois {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 2 I. 9 Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 18:32:29 -0400 From: "Susan Tripp" To: "David Collins" Okay, I give, what's a baleen basket? Bille: I discard my ash pieces. If you are interested, please e-mail me. Pam D-K: Rib baskets usually do well. The best people to ask on prices are the people in your guild. Bert: That science/surplus catalog was fantastic. I spent a few hours and viewed everything they had to offer. I've found things for birthdays, Christmas, and my sister's annual theme party! Oh yeah, and the torches too. Thanks. David: is there a trick to how long a line may be before it cuts one word on a line by itself? Or, is it just my viewer??? Can anyone suggest a pattern/book with instructions on the rim in the "clear" sample of stain on www:weaverstain.com? It looks simple enough, but wouldn't mind having a pattern with it explained. Leslie: I'm from the Ithaca area (near Cornell University). Weren't those tornado watches something else? We're not used to them around here and don't want to be either! This weather is crazy and it's absolutely freezing here. I'm loosing my job this month and thought I would be able to enjoy the time off until I found another, but I don't know now. I guess it's an excuse to stay inside and weave! Susan FREEZING in NY {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: cedar hat form Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 15:23:34 -0700 From: "Ames, Kay H" To: "'Weaver's Words'" To Andrea: I was very sorry to hear of Tom's death. My thoughts and sympathy are with you. I hope you will find comfort in fond memories and the support of family and friends. To Sharle Osborne: The Styrofoam molds that many folks in our local guilds have used for cedar hats are made by stacking (and gluing) 1.5" high disks of foam in gradually decreasing diameter, then shaping with a sure-form rasp to the desired shape. Alternatively, based on a tip from Haida weaver Holly Churchill, scour the second hand stores for a wooden salad bowl that has the shape you desire. Often the personal size bowl has the same shape as the serving bowl from the same set, and is the right size for the beginning. Even if the one won't fit atop the other, they both have the correct slope. The diameter for the flat top of the hat is about 4". I was (am still) going through my studio, sorting and tidying. I came across some insect damage - mostly to feathers. It reminded me of a tip offered by a local basket collector and dealer. He suggested bay leaves as insect deterrents. Since one should refresh spices periodically, don't throw out those dated bay leaves, tuck them into your precious baskets that might suffer from insect attack. I am going to give it a try. To Debra Conness: I believe Royalwood carries walnut stain in powder form. 419-526-1630. To Darleena in Okinawa: Good luck on your stressful packing and moving. I do not envy you the task. Hope all arrives safely. The Canada goose prototype pattern has just arrived from Diana Macomber along with a carefully numbered stack of photographs. I read through her detailed instructions several times and I can't wait to try them out. The geese are so lifelike! It is hard to believe possible that I might be able to duplicate them, but I will sure try. To Leslie Johnson: I found a very nice basket wallpaper border in a catalog. It was mostly tan/brown, with country style baskets. A friend told me she saw it also in blues. I think it was The Yankee Workshop or maybe The Sturbridge Yankee Workshop. I just recycled an accumulation of magazines and catalogs, so I can't give you the phone number. Try 1-800 info. Good luck, and share with us if you find other sources and patterns. Kay (Harradine) Ames 747 Fuselage Responsibility Center Production Support Team (425) 717-5622 M/S 0J-XE Located at 40-22.5-E4.5 {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re: Weaver's Words Information Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 22:52:37 -0400 From: "eskbaskets" To: "David Collins" Hello to all from Betty Kourkounakis in refreshingly cool N.E. Ohio! My dearest David; Of course now that you have revealed a tiny bit about yourself(particularly the part about the unfortunate "weaving deficit"), I hope you're prepared for the almost certain barrage of affectionate encouragement to go ahead and get started. I find it fascinating that you have such an interest in our media without actually knowing the satisfaction of the hands-on experience. What a wonderful forum you've provided for us. Thanx so much. Pam Woodbury- your reference to the "frightful getup" in terms of craft show apparel cracked me up!! Andrea- I, too, am very sorry to hear of your loved one's passing. I have prayed for you and hope you are finding some comfort. Susan- yes, get those prices up!! GO GIRL! Here's my 2 cents about dyeing reed; I've had good success with vibrant colors and not much bleeding of color(except for the dreaded reds and blacks). I use RIT almost entirely. I rarely need to boil the reed for more than 5 min. As the weaver from Anoka commented, usually the reed is ready after being submerged in the boiling dye for about 1 min. Some hints- the dye really needs to be BOILING- when I first started dyeing reed, I tried to get away with using just "very hot water", and without exception, the colors were wimpy. Also be sure to use enough dye. I usually dump in a whole pkg. of RIT to a large "spaghetti"-type enamel pot, about half full of water. I can get about 2lbs. of reed to the depth of color that I want before I need to add more. I have found that the reed takes the color just as well dry as when wet. In fact, I seem to do a lot better with dry reed, although almost everyone else likes to wet theirs first. Try it both ways. I used to put salt in the water, but found it very drying to the reed. My own process is this: prepare the boiling dye, test a scrap of reed by dipping it in. Usually I can get an idea of whether or not I'm in the ballpark or need to add more dye at this point. Cut all the ties off your coil except the one at the beginning that holds all the ends together. Submerge the coil in the boiling dye. I place a brick in the pot sometimes to keep the reed submerged. I give it a minute or so, then check the color, remembering it is a little darker when wet than dry. If the color is to my liking, I remove the reed with tongs, and plunge it into the hottest water possible (I have a double-bowl utility sink) for a few min., then into a second hot water bath for a few more min., THEN into the cold water bath with white vinegar added. If after the 2nd hot bath, you still see a lot of color, you can do another hot water bath. I have found the white vinegar to be helpful in setting the color. A lot of work, I know, but more than worth it in terms of quality. No matter what I do, though, reds, wines, etc. seem to be unstable colors who always want to flaunt themselves.(black, too) I always blot them first when weaving. I have found Rit colors to be long-lasting except when exposed to bright light. Any country or denim blues that I have ever used seemed to fade and turn a blue-purple color. Perhaps a coat of the clear Weaver's Stain would help seal in the color. I hope some will find this info. helpful. Happy weaving- Betty {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Weavers Words Date: Tue, 09 Jun 1998 17:05:03 PDT From: "Alice Edwards" To: davidc@iei.net Hello Everyone, David - Congratulations on over 600 members!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Have certainly been enjoying hearing from everyone. Thought I'd better drop a note, as I use the computer at work and I will be out the rest of the week helping run a book sale for the Friends of the Library. This is our big annual sale and they moved 1509 boxes of books to the mall where it will be held last Saturday. I won't get to do much basketmaking this week, since the sale runs through Saturday night. By that time I'll probably be exhausted, but I'm mainly doing my thing as floor supervisor this year. Still not in shape for lifting or heavy activity after the health problems. So much for my plan to work at really being in shape this year by the time the sale started. Carolyn (of Suffolk in V2 Iss. 5) - I'm glad you didn't stay quiet. A balloon festival sounds like an interesting place to sell baskets, but what terrible weather. If I ever do sell at shows, I'll remember to ask about severe weather rules, I hope. One question if I may, where is Suffolk? Diana French - I have noticed that the hotter the water, the quicker the dye works, although the type of dye makes a difference. Also, thanks for the info about the program for your scanner. Someday I'll get a good computer at home and I like thinking about all those goodies I might want with it. It's a bit like my visualization of my dream basket workshop, still growing. Carolyn Willoughby - Glad you are enjoying the basket weaving and learning. Have you tried getting books through the library to supplement the patterns you bought. I have requested several that aren't available at our library, through inter-library loan. Some weren't what I thought they would be, but some were and a few I even bought for myself after I had a chance to see the book. Donating proceeds to Heifer International is a neat idea. I've always felt it was a great organization. Molly Gardner - Enjoyed your clear description of how you space dye reed, but as usual I have a couple of questions. If you are dying up to 4 rolls of reed, are they pound rolls, are they different sizes of reed? If different sizes or types does it matter which you do first? Also, exactly how much is 1/2 pkg. of Rit dye? Susan - I liked your idea of a business card holder with a dip in front. Also liked your attitude about the boys collecting cards. Hope one of their mothers finds a card in their pocket and buys scads of baskets. Hope the new prices work well. I have benefited from a friend at work who does pottery and has a feel for prices, etc. When in doubt I ask advice. All the computations are helpful, but I'm still a bit new and slow. Also it has helped to have friends at work who remark on the quality of my baskets. I have never been to craft shows much, but I'm glad they have. Andrea - Bless you at this difficult time. I will hold you in my thoughts and prayers. Bert - Glad the breathing thing is mostly under control now. I've fought the asthma and allergies thing enough to feel real sympathy. Definitely no fun. Lesley - I like your notebook idea, but think I may need more than one notebook. I saw pictures of baleen baskets on the web somewhere. If I find them again, I'll make a note of where. They had a dark background and it made it harder to see details, but they were fascinating. Debra - Don't feel to bad about all the discussion over shops. It is a subject we approach from differing viewpoints, but hopefully we are all mature enough to not get too upset about the differences. I think all the differing viewpoints are important to hear and understand. Perhaps if we sell in shops, we need to check the rules closely first. But, consideration goes both ways and shop people who are thoughtless may wind up with no one to supply baskets or at best a limited supply. Must go home and get ready! Hope everybody has fun at the Missouri Convention and any other gatherings this weekend. Alice - in the Kansas City area. {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 2 I. 9 Date: Tue, 9 Jun 1998 20:05:58 EDT From: CARRING55@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net Several people have inquired about the lash saver. It is about the size of a shoe horn and resembles one a lot. I know Gratiot Lake Basketry carries 2 sizes-small is $7.50 and the large is $8.50. Phone is 1-906-337-5116. Owner is Carole Kaeding-very knowledgeable and helpful. Also carries other basket supplies and patterns. Has a catalog available. Hope this helps those who wanted more info on the lash saver. Paula in VA {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" V. 2 I. 9 Date: Tue, 09 Jun 1998 20:28:37 -0400 From: Nancy Hedberg To: David Collins I've been silent for a long time, but am still reading and enjoying every issue. I've neglected WW and also my baskets for several months. I still have my big picnic basket on the mold stand waiting to start the rim. It's been there since March. We've been busy with my in-law's estate and now are getting ready for my step-daughter's wedding. School's finally out for me, so I plan to spend some of my days weaving if I can stay home long enough. On the 21st, we're heading to Europe for 2 weeks. We're staying in northern Spain for a week and then on to the French Alps for another week. I know there is pottery to buy in Spain, but I'm hoping to find some baskets. I've never been overseas, so I'm really excited. Andrea, I'm so sorry about Tom. You have my heartfelt sympathy. It's hard, I hope weaving and your connection to other weavers helps. Leslie Johnson: Sturbridge Yankee Workshop has a Nantucket basket wallpaper border that's really pretty. Their phone number is 1-800-343-1144 They're willing to send a sample. They have a nice catalog. Another place for borders is Country House 805 E. Main St. Salisbury, MD. 21804 The no. is 1-800-331-3602. They also are willing to send samples. As I recall, I just asked each place for a sample of their basket borders and a copy of the catalog. David: over 600 weavers, Wow! I also like the basket graphics. Thanks for all you do for us. I appreciate it. That's it for now from rainy and chilly (the heat came on today) N.E. Tenn. Nancy {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: veneer splints Date: Tue, 09 Jun 1998 17:55:44 -0700 From: "Deb Curtis, Tisket Tasket Basket" To: David Collins Has anyone used veneer splints in their baskets? Do you soak them for a long time? Any hints and ideas would be appreciated. I, too, am looking forward to summer vacation for both the kids and me. There are quite a few projects in the plans plus a few shows. Unfortunately this past month has gotten really hectic and there's been little time for weaving. I use birch bark some and have found there are many tricks to work with it. First I never soak it, if I want to make it pliable I steam it, then it's like butter while hot. I usually cut strips and weave those in or weave whole baskets from them. For this I use a rag stripper that was originally designed to strip rags for braided rugs. Any questions feel free to contact me. I too have had some wonderful trades and would like to continue those. Anyone interested? Naturals for naturals? Or even I have bags of reed that I am trying to get rid of (odd pieces and leftovers) for naturals? Happy weaving to all. Deb Curtis, in summer time and the weaving is right Oregon {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Weaver's Words Date: Tue, 09 Jun 1998 21:02:34 -0500 From: susan To: David Collins David, I've received three Weaver's Words issues at this point. I've thoroughly enjoyed each one. I also realize the amount of work you are going to and I appreciate it. Would you please send me the code so that I can access back issues. There were a couple of references in the last issues to the Lash Saver. I bought both sizes as a result of a special offer that the company that sells them included in our goodie bags at the Southern Minnesota Basketry Conference in Faribault last summer. Although it took a little effort to get used to using them, they do keep your lasher from fraying and I now use them regularly except on very small baskets. The name of the company that sells them (I believe they also make them) is The Mark It Place. Owners are LuReign and Anita Brown. The address is 940 W. North Street, P.O. Box 425, Kendallville, Indiana 46755. The phone number is: (219)347-0242, fax is: (219)347-1092. I also have a question for all you weavers out there. I have been using Rit to dye my reed with good results. However, I recently read that fiber reactive dyes are much more lightfast. I hate the thought of putting a lot of work into a basket, giving or selling it to someone and then having the colors fade a few years down the road. I've only been weaving for a few years so I don't know what my colors will look like several years from now. What has your experience been? Is anyone using fiber reactive dyes for that reason? Any information would be appreciated. Susan in Minnesota. {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Walnut Hull Powder Date: Wed, 10 Jun 1998 19:22:49 -0400 From: Lewis & Carolyn Megginson To: davidc@iei.net Hello fellow weavers, Just wanted to let everyone know that I received and used walnut hull powder and very pleased. Used boiling water on top of powder and had a beautiful stain in 10 minutes. Even had the warm coloring of nuts with the green hull intact. Talk later, Carolyn of Suffolk {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Thanks! Date: Thu, 11 Jun 1998 14:16:47 -0400 From: Larry & Amy To: weaverswords Hello David & weavers! First I want to thank Beth R. for the info about Susanne Moore's NC Basketworks. Over Memorial weekend, we drove to my sister's, got in at 1 am, then I got up at 6 & drove to Vass (left hubby & sons). It took about 3 hours each way. Longer than I expected, but a beautiful drive thru neat little towns. Enjoyed nosing around-bought lots of stuff--handles, reed, etc. While writing up my order, the heavens opened up & I stayed 1/2 hr longer till rained slowed down. Nice to talk to Suzanne & staff, though. ...and I my total was $3 less than the MAX I'd given myself. Anyway, had a great visit with my sister & family. "Had" to make her a basket before I left..... She was impressed with her baby sister. I had her pick a handle, & I "created" from there. To Lesley-you sound organized! I do kind of the same on much smaller scale. With WW, I use different colored highlighters for the hints-yellow for dying, staining, finishing; pink for weaving tips; orange for pattern/gift ideas; blue for business, sales info, etc. Last night Hubby said for our 13th anniversary he would send me away...to the Basket Gathering, sponsored by Royalwood, in Mansfield OH Oct 2-5. I'm so excited. Never been to a workshop weekend before. It's hard deciding on what wkshps to attend. Anyone out there attend there before? Know this is long, but one other thought on weddings. Being gone over Memorial wknd, missed husband's coworker bbq/party. About an hour into the party, no one could find hosts- then they came out-she had a beautiful tea length wedding dress on & he a tux. A minister friend performed the ceremony. Blew everyone away. Esp. mother of bride! They've lived together for years & had decided several weeks before to have a surprise wedding! When we got back we couldn't believe it. Sorry to miss it, but Sisters was great too. Anyway, I (quickly) made a 10 x 14 gathering basket, lined it with some kitchen towels, and gave them "breakfast": 2 taper candles, pancake mix, raspberry jam, blueberry muffin mix, flavored syrups, 2 small bottles of OJ, canned apple filling and a box of poptarts.(grooms favorite). Well, I gotta go-oldest son turns 6 this week & am having 52 family/friends over for open house Sunday. Pray for sun. (&son!) .....Baskets forever, Housework whenever!!! Amy from Ohio {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Re: "Weavers Words" Vol. 2 Iss. 9 Date: Thu, 11 Jun 1998 16:20:57 EDT From: Basketclas@aol.com To: davidc@iei.net Hi to all! My name is Jessica Buehlmann. My mother, Norma Buehlmann, and I are relatively new to Weavers Words. We are enjoying hearing about everyone's experiences. We have woven for a little over 6 years. When we discovered that there were no supply shops in or around Des Moines, we decided to open one. We also decided to teach baskets, starting from a hotel conference room and now teaching for 3 school systems. It's been a long, difficult few years, but we are finally getting established. We love hearing from basket weavers from all over the US. Right now we're getting ready to demonstrate for the 4th year at the Iowa State Fair. It's 14 hours a day for 11 days, but it's a lot of fun. We teach people at the fair how to make simple baskets that only take from 20-35 minutes. Most of the students are young children. It's amazing how quickly most of them can pick up the techniques. We taught one of the vendors daughters to make baskets, she'll be 7 this year. That little girl can crank out a beautiful bread basket in less than 1 1/2 hours! (we cut the spokes for her) I'd love to hear from anyone who has had fun things happen at long fairs, or who has tips on what sells well. We do sell baskets at the fair, but our main goal is to promote the classes for adult education. We usually sign up enough people to last the school year. Debra Conness- You had asked if anyone had any information on walnut stain. We sell walnut stain (powder form) in little boil-in bags. They are $5 for a bag containing 2. Each boil in bag contains approximately one cup of powder, I believe. We have had wonderful results with it. Here is how we make stain using whole walnuts. Place 16 walnuts in the hull inside a doubled pantyhose leg. Simmer in one gallon of water for about 20 minutes. Test a strip of reed for desired shade. Dilute with water if too dark. Strain and spray onto basket in light, even coats. Do not soak. If a darker shade is desired, let dry and repeat. Hulls on walnuts should be turning black for best stain results. Well, that's more than enough for this time! Please visit our website and copy off some free patterns, including my button box! I'd also love any comments or suggestions on the site. I've been working on it for what seems like forever! Jessie Buehlmann Basket Class http://members.aol.com/basketclas 2012 Southlawn Drive Des Moines, IA 50315-4981 (515)285-2789 {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: "Weavers Words" V. 2 I. 9 Date: Thu, 11 Jun 1998 21:09:32, -0500 From: CRAJ51A@prodigy.com (MRS MYRA J STUTLER) To: davidc@iei.net For David: I'll root for your Pacers if you will root for my Red Wings (hockey). We are going for our second straight Stanley Cup. For all: Had a nice surprise the other day. An elderly lady called me and told me she had purchased one of my baskets in the craft store I have them in Lexington, Michigan. She just wanted me to know she thinks my baskets are beautiful. Wow -- sure made my day! Have a new job -- I am the administrative assistant to the CEO of a security company in Port Huron, Michigan. I work from 10:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. It is really interesting and I love it. My boss is a wonderful man who used to be the sheriff of St. Clair County of which I reside. I can still weave baskets which makes it great. Have 3 more done to go up to the craft store. I am going to be starting on the New England Quilt Basket for my sister to give filled with goodies to her step-daughter for her wedding June 27. Guess I better get started!! Love to all. Myra Craj51a {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} Subject: Pink dye Date: Fri, 12 Jun 1998 10:15:31 -0400 From: "Jane A. Wilson" To: "Weaver's Word" David, I am impressed with the graphics you have come up with. I haven't looked at your web page for your snail mail address. Is it there to send you a check for the graphics disk? I have been space dying reed in pastels for Easter Baskets but am not pleased with the tint of pink I get with Rit Rose Pink. Does anyone out there have another brand they use to get a soft pastel pink? Jane Wilson in the hot, humid piedmont of SC {*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*}{*}-{*} If for any you would ever like to cancel your subscription, simply send me a message with "unsubscribe" as your subject.