Sew a set of bowls with the Nesting Bowls DIY Rope Basket Kit from The Mountain Thread Company. The convenient stacking of the three nesting bowls makes a beautiful presentation both for gifts and storage. Make your own functional, serviceable bowls and see the possibilities in the craft room, the office, the gift bag, or the toy room.
Kit Includes:
- 15 Yards of 3/16” 100% cotton rope (an exclusive Mountain Thread Company braid made in our home state of North Carolina) to make three round baskets in graduated sizes
- Introduction card with details for machine settings, thread selection, and expanded tips for fabric wrapping and customizing the baskets
- Detailed instructions with illustrations for making three baskets AND finishing detail
- 1 heavy duty sewing machine needle
- A link to unlock bonus material on Mountain Thread's website.
In addition to the materials included in the kit, makers will need a sewing machine**, scissors, and 50 wt thread. Makers can also incorporate any of their own fabric remnants if desired (fabrics are not included).
**The Mountain Thread Company’s signature 3/16” rope was developed specifically for coiled rope basketry, and is custom made exclusively for The Mountain Thread Company. It is similar to layers of denim or canvas, which can be sewn on domestic machines. Use the provided heavy duty needle (a size 100/16 denim needle) to accommodate the thickness of the rope.
This is an introductory basket project for sewists who are confident in steps like changing the machine needle, adjusting stitch length and width, and pivoting. Your sewing machine will need a zigzag stitch and be able to handle sewing something like jeans.
Basket photos are for demonstration purposes only - this kit will guide you through making your own unique baskets based on your awesome style and personal taste.
