. Basketry and weaving in the school . y cents a pound. Picture frames, boxes, mats, shopping-bags, hats for dollsand people, hammocks and baskets are some of the articleswhich may be made from this material. Even the grasses from the fields and the willows from thecreek may be put to good use. The only tools required areknives, scissors and needles. BRAIDING In all the work have the children strive for perfection. Donot accept poorly braided or half-sewed articles. Criticize inthe kindest manner, as harsh criticism will kill the when it is possible—not extravagantly, but jus
. Basketry and weaving in the school . y cents a pound. Picture frames, boxes, mats, shopping-bags, hats for dollsand people, hammocks and baskets are some of the articleswhich may be made from this material. Even the grasses from the fields and the willows from thecreek may be put to good use. The only tools required areknives, scissors and needles. BRAIDING In all the work have the children strive for perfection. Donot accept poorly braided or half-sewed articles. Criticize inthe kindest manner, as harsh criticism will kill the when it is possible—not extravagantly, but justly. Very small children may be taught braiding and first the three-strand braid, using two or three threadsin each strand. The raffia may be braided dry, or kept moistby plunging in water, as one prefers. The strands should bebrought over to the sides and pressed firmly each time, tokeep the braid flat. Secure the knotted end with a tack to theunder side of a desk or window sill, and keep the work fast- IN THE SCHOOLbasketryweavingi00pasc. 10
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