This is a matted fine art reproduction of my original soft pastel painting on William Turner paper in a white archival mat, ready for framing. It is of a marsh in Crystal River, Florida
My baskets are super sturdy but because they are made from mostly plants, not counting embellishments and are therefore sensitive to light, heat, and moisture. Keep your basket out of direct sunlight as this can change the colors in the basket. If your basket gets wet, allow it to air dry to avoid mildew formation. Treated with gentle care, these baskets will last generations.
Some of my baskets could theoretically hold water if they were soaked for a short while, but not if there is an embellished bottom, as there are holes in the ceramic pieces. I cook and soak the pine needles in water to prepare them for use. I would not recommend using these to hold water.
I will happily gift wrap your order if this is a gift. Just let me know.
It’s true that my baskets are usually round, though I occasionally make an oval one. I personally like the round shape, but it is also a natural response to the materials. Coiled baskets lean toward roundness. You will find square baskets in the woven style, a different process than what I use.