My second basket without a pattern

I decided to make another basket last weekend.  I got a bit braver and decided to make a candle basket from a basket I already had.  I guess once you know the basics of basket weaving you don't really need a specific pattern.  Its not quite the same height as I would have like it but I think its cute anyway.  I even dyed the red reeds.  I haven't decided yet if I'm going to stain the basket but will post it if I do.  This little candle/scissor basket measures  about 6" high without the handle.
So here it is.
Now on to a bigger one with a handle, stay tuned.....................

Starting something new

I have always been interested in basket weaving and I must have at least 15-20 baskets that I have collected over the years from antique stores, flea markets and craft shows.  So I took a beginner class in November and fell in love with the process.  I thought I would show you the basket I made that day Its called a square bottom round basket, measuring 11" in diameter and about 6.5" tall.  You never know where this new craft is going to take me now.