Tray baskets are easy to make and useful for many things! Judy from Fishsticks basketery taught a great class at the 2018 Cattleman Expo.
Stripped willow
Green willow
Pre-bending the willow helps prevent cracking before making the base circle
Judy makes lovely baskets and is a great teacher
Judy making the initial hoop for the tray
Weave the cross pieces from the inside out
Finishing off the handle
Willow tray
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