National Basketry Organization, Inc. | PO Box 1524 | Gloucester, MA 01931-1524 USA | 617.863.0366How a Century-Old Basket Weaving Industry Continues to Thrive
“This cottage industry in Antequera began in 1911, tourism officer Maria Lorna Jadulco tells us. Initially, the Antequeranons only made baskets for their own use …
Kadey Ambrose and Sarita Westrup Chosen for ACC Emerging Artists Cohort
Those familiar with NBO online programs and member exhibits will know the names of these two artists recently selected to be designated among the 2022 American Craft Council Emerging Artists Cohort. “Through facilitated workshops, presentations, and conversations, these… Read More
Baskets of Beauty
(Photo by Kate Dearman) Inside her home studio on a quiet street in Lexington, Kentucky, the basket weaver and designer Emily Ridings turns out a breathtaking range of pieces that offer both contemporary flavor and old-fashioned high artistry:… Read More
The Basket Weaver’s Basket Song
NBO member Sherri West sent along this wonderful story to share with the basketry community: The Basket Weaver by DeAnn Rasmussen August 1, 2022 I learned to weave baskets in the early 1980’s, when I lived in Minneapolis,… Read More
Philippines Municipality Turns to Bamboo Baskets to Reduce Plastic Use
The municipality of Maasin in the province of Iloilo promotes the use of native baskets as an alternative to single-use plastics at the same time highlights the town’s bamboo industry through its “Balik-Alat” program…
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