Yarn Coil Vessels/Baskets Created and Presented by Ms. Steinmetz

Native American Indians Original purpose of these coiled circular baskets were to hold leaves and berries. Hung from a trumpline around the person’s head or chest to leave the person’s hands free for picking berries. Geometric, animal, figure patterns

Styles and Variations Diameter Color Height Lids Handles Embellishments

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Determining the width of your base

The Materials Jute Cord Yarn or found strips (shoe laces, ripped rags, ripped clothing, raffia) Plastic sewing needle

The Technique Wrap Curl Figure ‘8’ Stitch Create the spiral base Start your increases (walls) Color Scheme