Weaving a Basket from Coffee Bags

Squares, triangles and corners woven out of coffee bags can be used to make all kinds of baskets and bags. All you need to connect them is string (such as a gift wrapping string) and a needle or stick to thread the string through the hinges formed at the edges of the squares. Stunning bags and baskets woven out of coffee bags are unique, practical and durable. And of course a great way to recycle used coffee bags! Video chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 Making the template 01:36 Cutting the strips 01:51 Folding the strips 02:46 Weaving a square 06:09 Weaving a triangle 09:51 Weaving a corner piece 13:58 Joining the pieces 18:00 Finishing the top edge 19:45 Finishing the seams 25:50 Finished basket For the weaving you need: - empty coffee bags (16 bags) - paper or cardboard - a pen - scissors - clothespins or other clips - durable wooden sticks or knitting needles To join woven pieces, you need: - string (e.g. gift wrapping string) - a
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