I. Materials and tools for weaving chrysanthemum baskets:

Chrysanthemum rattan is a kind of soft and elastic plant rattan, which is usually woven with fresh green rattan and trimmed neatly with a knife or scissors. The rattan is fixed with braided rope or elastic thread to form a braided structure, and the braiding tool can be assisted by tools such as braiding basket or braiding frame.

Second, the preparation steps of the chrysanthemum basket:

Choose suitable chrysanthemum rattan, the length is about 30 to 40 cm, and the diameter is about 2 to 3 mm. Trim the rattan neatly with a knife or scissors to remove redundant branches and uneven parts, which is easier to weave and operate.

Weave the bottoms of three vines in parallel to form a solid foundation. When knitting the bottom, you can fix the cross part of the rattan with braided rope or elastic thread. Starting from the bottom, gradually weave the rattan upward to form the side of the basket. Special weaving methods, such as three-strand weaving and six-strand weaving, can be adopted to make the rattan closely connected and the structure firm.

When the weaving reaches the required height, the vines are closed and fixed according to the shape requirements of the chrysanthemum basket. Canes can be tied together with braided rope or elastic thread to keep stability. According to personal preference and creativity, flowers and ribbons are added to the top or side of the chrysanthemum basket to make it more beautiful.

Third, expand knowledge:

Chrysanthemum vine refers to the stems and branches of chrysanthemum plants, which are soft and elastic. It is often used to weave various handicrafts, such as baskets and flower baskets. Besides chrysanthemum vines, there are many other vines that can be woven, vines and vines.

Chrysanthemum basket is a traditional weaving handicraft, which is very common in rural areas of China. Usually used to decorate indoor and outdoor spaces, such as hanging on doors and windows, placed in the courtyard. The weaving technology of chrysanthemum basket represents a part of rural culture in China, and also shows the essence and creativity of weaving art.

The weaving technique of chrysanthemum basket can be different according to the region and individual skills. In addition to the traditional three-strand weave and six-strand weave, there are other more complicated weaves, such as seven-strand weave and ten-strand weave.