Basketry Merit Badge Pamphlet    Basketry Merit Badge

Basketry


Requirements were REWRITTEN effective January 1, 2004.

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  1. Describe precautions you should take to safely use basketry tools and materials.
  2. Do the following:
    1. Show your counselor that you are able to identify each of the following types of baskets: plaited, coiled, ribbed, and wicker.
    2. Describe three different types of weaves to your counselor.
  3. Plan and weave each of the following projects:
    1. a square basket;
    2. a round basket; and
    3. a campstool seat.

BSA Advancement ID#: 27
Requirements last updated in: 2004
Pamphlet Publication Number: 33313A or 35864
Pamphlet Stock (SKU) Number: 35864
Pamphlet Revision Date: 2003

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