November is Antler Basket Making Time!

Well, if this is November, that means it’s antler basketweaving time for sure.

That’s especially true for all you women whose husbands are hunting the deer and providing meat for your tables.

And we all know that those legally harvested antlers are just a by-product of meat processing, right?

MONDAY MENTION–Antler Basket Making Time!

Those of you who have antler sheds to use in your baskets are especially lucky since shed antler hunting is a difficult and time-consuming annual spring task.

FYI–That’s usually why if you purchase antler sheds, they cost more than the harvested ones.

Antler basket wall pattern by Cathryn Peters called, Bonita's Present. — Peters “Bonita’s Present” Antler Basket Pattern

I taught several of my antler basket patterns at basketry conventions and workshops around the country.

But if no classes are being offered, or you can’t travel, getting a pattern and following along might just be the best alternative for you.

Antler Basket Class at North House Folk School in Grand Marais, MN taught by Cathryn Peters — Antler Basketry Class at North House Folk School, Minnesota

Well, if you feel adventuresome and want to try your hand at a little bit more challenging DIY weaving project than just a regular flat reed basket or even a traditional egg basket or melon basket, take a look at my Antler Basket Patterns.

Fancy Mule Deer Antler Basket — “Fancy Mule Deer” antler basket pattern by Cathryn Peters

Match up your weaving ability level and the antler you have on hand with the exact pattern to create a beautiful handwoven gift for your family or friends for Christmas or any other time of the year!

Line drawing in a brown frame of First Attempt, Cathryn Peters' first antler basket created in 1990. — “First Attempt” ©Cathryn Peters 1990

Happy Weaving on those Antler Baskets for the holiday presents and throughout the year, too! Let me know how you did and send some pictures for me to post here on the website!