From the page: Cardboard holds up to far more than just one more move
Idea 6
Woven basket with cardboard strips
Basketry is one of humanity's oldest techniques, made by peoples all over the world weaving rigid fibers in a perpendicular pattern. Cardboard rolled or cut into strips reproduces exactly that logic: the vertical strips support, the horizontal ones bind — and the strength comes from the interlacing, not the material itself.
What you need
- Cardboard boxes cut into strips 2 to 3 cm wide
- Masking tape or paper tape
- Scissors or utility knife
- White glue or a glue gun
- Fabric scraps or cotton cord for finishing (optional)
How to make it
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Cut several strips of the same length for the vertical stakes and fix them in a cross or fan shape over a round cardboard base, because the base is the basket's foundation.
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Attach the first horizontal strip at the center of the base with tape or glue, leaving it free to begin the weaving dance.
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Keep weaving in a spiral: pass the strip over one stake and under the next, alternating each round — that "up and down" is what locks the structure.
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When a strip runs out, join the next one with masking tape on the inside, hiding the splice.
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Once you reach the desired height, fold the stake tips inward and glue them, forming the rim.
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Cover the rim with fabric tape or wound cord to give it finish and reinforcement.
Finishing touches
The tighter the weave, the firmer the basket — press each round against the previous one. Larger pieces work well for holding magazines or cables, and a touch of paint makes everything look like a store-bought piece.
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