Earning Farmgirl Sisterhood Merit Badges

Stitching & Crafting

19. Basketry

Beginner Level

• Take a class or research the four types of basket weaving: plaited, coiled, ribbed, and wicker.
• Start with a simple pattern and weave your first basket.
• Spend at least three hours on this badge.

Intermediate Level

• Take some time to research Native American basket weaving.
• With your next basket, take a step up and weave a basket with a handle.
• A minimum of 10 hours is required for this badge.

Expert Level

• Start and finish a basket of expert level.
• Create a gift basket for a friend, using one of your homemade baskets.
• A minimum of 20 hours is required for this badge.

January, 2012 Edition