I recently added two fiber purses, containers or what-you-will to my ongoing collection. This basket caught my eye as I walked past the door to the UW Arboretum's shop on my way to a class I was taking there this fall. I have a couple of these baskets in solid colors that I use to hold winter necessities. A navy blue basket holds hats while a teal basket contains scarves and gloves. I have a third one that is straw colored with black leather handles that I use as a summer purse. One friend uses hers as a market basket and another uses one to hold textile projects. This basket is so graphic in both form and pattern, that so far I am just displaying it as pure sculpture. The Arboretum's shop had a number of different and equally attractive baskets.
A detail of the handle construction.
In situ.
World Bazaar on Madison's west side always has interesting items from around the world. Currently they have great Indian print curtains and wonderful Kantha carryalls. The bags are nice and roomy as you can see from the two funky photos of me holding one of these bags.
Both sides are composed of different fabric scraps. There is a snap closure at the top and a zippered compartment inside. Alas, can't find my receipts for either purchase at the moment, but I think they both were in the $30-$40 range.
I love baskets/bags of any sort. Great finds.
Posted by: Lisa at Greenbow | Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 07:02 AM
Oh, I really like that basket! It looks great in that spot under the lamp. I'm thinking about crocheting a big bag with double yarn and sissal. I found a simple pattern that I think I'll try after the holidays. You got some great deals!
Posted by: Beth @ PlantPostings | Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 09:49 PM