Cleaning, Staining and Sealing Your Handwoven Baskets

[@komorebihouse7272]

Just found your channel and love it! You are such a thorough and thoughtful teacher. Can’t wait to try basket weaving out 🧺

[@TextileIndie]

Thank you so much! I hope you do start basket weaving. It's so fun!

[@loriwojtkowski310]

What a cute basket. Not sure what I would use it for but might have to try and make one😊

[@TextileIndie]

It's a fun one! I like using this to display bouquets of dried lavender or other floral arrangements.

[@sandrabulluck1896]

Thank you for sharing this information! Found your channel recently, and am loving your content! Blessings be all with love and light! ❤️🙏🌞✨🤗❤️

[@TextileIndie]

You are so welcome

[@carolecole4295]

Love your tutorials!!!

[@TextileIndie]

Thank you very much!

[@yilei3563]

Love this video, thank you!!

[@TextileIndie]

Thank you so much.

[@angelalamey8742]

I absolutely love your music! Who is the songwriter/ artist???

[@TextileIndie]

Glad you like it! It’s music I got from Audio Jungle. Andy Slatter is the artist.

[@AngelicaHernandez-rs5ly]

I have a basket that seems painted or more like it stain, I don’t like the color, it is too dark so how can I get rid of the stain/ glaze? I would love to see the natural color!

[@TextileIndie]

I don't think there is a good way to remove a dark stain from a basket as it bleeds fairly deep into the fibers of the material.

[@bettycross8872]

Thanks - very helpful 😊

[@strawberryyogurt0]

Should I assume sealing any store bought wicker or rattan baskets (or even those giant furniture pieces) should also be done to prevent molds even if used indoors. Didn’t even realize wicker material develops molds until I read the 1 star reviews on IKEA’s LABBSAL wicker cube baskets (5 and 4 stars don’t mention mold problems). I recently picked up a round wicker basket with lid from Marshalls for the purpose of a bedroom trash can, so I’m assuming I should seal it.

[@TextileIndie]

It's probably a good idea, especially in a humid environment like a bathroom.

[@monelleny]

Is it a good idea to apply this treatment to a valuable antique basket?

[@TextileIndie]

I'm not an antiques expert - probably obvious😊 - but I believe altering the finish on any antique object is frowned upon and decreases its value. You may want to contact a cultural museum in your area and ask to talk to a preservationist.

[@monelleny]

@@TextileIndie - Sounds like good advice. Thank you.

[@terezac.3368]

Is there a way to remove stain from a basket? I got one that’s dyed red and would prefer a more natural color.

[@TextileIndie]

Answered in your other comment...thanks for watching.

[@TheHouseofSugarCreek]

What kind of soap were you using?

[@TextileIndie]

I was using a goat milk bar soap a friend made. Something more natural like Mrs Myers Clean Day dish soap or an olive oil based soap works great because it doesn't totally dry the reed out like detergent based liquid soaps will.

[@TheHouseofSugarCreek]

@@TextileIndie thank you so much!!!

[@sherrcorn4941]

you do great videos

[@TextileIndie]

Thank you!

[@lorcashine]

Does this clear finish have any shine or is it matte? I don't like the shine much but am thinking the oil may make all baskets shiny. I have a couple vintage baskets I'd like to work on. Thank you!

[@TextileIndie]

It is a matte finish. Of course, when you select your product be sure it's labeled matte - as opposed to a gloss. I would also suggest, for vintage baskets, that you test the finish on the bottom before applying it to the entire basket. Good luck!

[@lorcashine]

@@TextileIndie Thank you!

[@elizabethkeith9341]

Can teabags be used to stain reed before weaving?

[@TextileIndie]

I've never done tea on reed. Its a similar color, so may not show up much different, but its worth doing a scrap test in a mug of tea:)

[@elizabethkeith9341]

@@TextileIndie I tried it and it came out great not much change in color, but it looks better than natural

[@sanctuaryhut2314]

Hi ! I hv humidity moisture in the air issue where cottonish white fungus grows on the baskets. So I had cleaned and dried the baskets and sprayed my sea grass ikea basket with clear wood lacquer Matt finish. However Can I give it extra protection with a coat of danish oil over it? Your reply is much appreciated . Thank you.

[@TextileIndie]

If you have already coated the sea grass in a clear lacquer, it probably won't need another finish. I'm not positive, but I don't think danish oil will stick to a lacquer. It would end up being sticky.

[@jill_bella]

Can I email/message you to ask you how to change a willow white washed wheel I bought at pottery barn?

[@TextileIndie]

Well, I have never worked with willow as a material. I would suggest using the info in this video and testing a very small portion on the bottom - or another place that won't show. Or...you could buy a very inexpensive basket at a thrift store and test out the look you want to see how the material responds. Happy exploring!

[@j.chamberlaindedzul1820]

Can you do a video on repairing woven baskets. Lol maybe a patch like something something. 😏😌

[@TextileIndie]

Here is my video on basket repair - hope this helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5acpaSMpduIfK8