Louisa H.
Loved the whole experience. The tutorial video was superb. The team were on hand to offer advice and guidance on email and we’re super encouraging
simon p.
A wonderful first experience! It's good keep your spray handy in dry weather and my best tip would be to get those uprights at a good vertical angle early on to prevent the basket spreading out. Mine was a little wide so I added an extra layer of wailing at the top and that made it perfect. It would be good if the kit included a few inches more leather thong to tie the handles - it's so short it's fiddly! The tutoring is so detailed and the videos brilliant. Used my basket the next day to load blankets and towels for a narrowboat trip - perfect!
Millie B.
I absolutely loved making this - it’s my second ever project in willow and I’m so pleased with how it turned out! Materials arrived quickly and there’s plenty of spare willow. The video tutorials were clear and easy to follow, though I definitely recommend watching them through at least once before you start. Help with what to do if a rod snaps when you’re finishing off the border would be helpful - it’s mentioned in the video but not returned to, as far as I could see!
There were some points where it wasn’t quite clear from the written instructions how many of each length of rod to soak for each section but, if I’d watched the videos through properly I wouldn’t have been caught out by this. I still highly recommend these kits and am super pleased with how it went.
Karen S.
I have not done it yet but really looking forward to it
Holly R.
This was my first ever attempt at weaving and I am not disappointed! I look at my basket every day and think "wow, I made that! The videos and top tips are invaluable. I learned early on not to be over eager and skip ahead... You can't! Making this basket provided some valuable "me time" and the confidence to have a go and try again if you fluff it! The course is well written, with plenty of tips and of excellent quality. Now I just need to decide what to have a go at next!
Alison L.
This was the second basket like this I have made - the first was so successful that my friend wanted one too! Just as delighted with the result second time.
Adele B.
It's still not finished as I bought the kits for mother's Day and unfortunately my mum broke her toes just before hand so we found sitting on the floor and getting the leverage to weave difficult. So we made the decision to only make the base and to stash the rest until we have some more time together over the summer. We both thoroughly enjoyed the videos and process though and are anticipating finishing it all off later on. They are fabulous well structured tutorials and it's a fascinating craft to learn.
Gillian B.
Really enjoyed making my basket, the cat likes it so its staying as is - I'll save the handles for my next basket! Instructions are nice and clear.
Terry S.
It's got a bit of a wobble, but I love it!
Rudd,
Excellent course loved making two bird boxes i now have a basket to make but resting my hands for a week or two . Videos are so good really explain and the process and gave such good instruction such a lovely lady ❤️
Laura P.
I bought this a while ago for my mum on her birthday recently, we’re maybe missing a leather handle and have yet to get started on the project but everything arrived on time and I was able to forward the link to the instruction videos to her email. She’s looking forward to it once she retires. Thank you so much for emailing us everything we need
Christine T.
Thoroughly enjoyed making my basket, it's a bit wonky but I love it and am going to make another
Tania H.
I really loved this project and would highly recommend it! The videos are really well made and easy to follow. I found them relaxing to watch in advance to make sure I knew what I was doing and then it was just so much fun to follow the steps and see my basket materialise! I am really pleased with my result considering it was my first time working with willow and I'm desperate to have another go and try some different designs. It turned out well thanks to the fantastic tuition. A wonderful start to a new craft hobby. Thank you!
RITA B.
This was a gift and it's is the process of being made.
Diane C.
Here is my very first attempt at weaving the Oval market Basket. At first I was quite nervous but excited to start. After watching the video through many times I jumped in and began to work away at one stage at a time replaying each video as I went. As I continued on the basket began to grow in size as did my confidence.
I learnt that I needed to weave a bit tighter to pull the shape in but all in all I am absolutely thrilled at my achievement it's my wonky basket!!
the next one will be straighter!
Thankyou for a great tutorial, practice makes perfect
On to my next project!!
Rachel D.
Fantastic tutorials, product and customer service. Absolutely delighted and enthused by the whole project! Thank you so very much x
Amanda H.
I have yet to start your beautiful kit ….
Angela J.
I haven’t actually started marking the basket yet! Unfortunately, I broke my ankle and still in plaster so waiting until I’m more mobile before start. Can’t wait.
Gael S.
I really enjoyed this course, and I’m really pleased with my basket. I did the base twice to try and improve my technique. I could have improved on my top border, but as only my second ever attempt, I’m really pleased. The videos are great and the detail is excellent. You can watch again and again to see how you need to work the willow. Thank you so much, Gael
Sandra F.
Timely delivery quality willow
Claire H.
I did enjoy this kit, and the videos were super. I have to be honest and say that it was a bit too much for me, even though I had done a day course before. I would have been better doing a smaller one and probably round one would have been easier. That being said my friend and I thoroughly enjoyed it and learned new skills.
Carole T.
I will when I have had time to make it.....
Melanie O.
I couldn't commit to doing the shopping basket in one or two sittings. That gave me problems when bending the uprights over for the final waling, as these bits had dried out and shattered when pushed over, leaving very visible, sharp edges. My basket was quite dish-shaped, so I decided to keep the leather straps for another future attempt. I was proud of my achievement and decided it would make a good fireside kindling basket so lined it with a jute coffee sack.
Guy D.
A great course and lots of helpful was to mange the process. I enjoyed making the basket and am pretty happy with the results. It’s a bit bigger and more oval than it should be but overall is fairly tidy
Gillian r.
Lovely to have the videos. I shall buy some more willow and see if I improve 2nd time round
Richard W.
From start to finish this has been one of the best customer experiences I’ve had.
Communication with the company is always timely, clear and concise, and the materials sent to us were of the highest quality.
The video experience is also of a very high quality and the lessons very easy to follow.
All in great value for money and highly recommended!!!
mark s.
Very happy with the product. Highly recommend.
Jennifer C.
I enjoyed making this basket. I have made a number of baskets before, but picked up some useful tips along the way
Linda L.
Bought for a present and they were delighted. Item taking longer than they thought to complete. Customer service excellent
Morag
Willow is great quality and course videos are really well constructed and delivered. We’ve watched the course so know what the basket weaving process entails- yet to embark on the exciting (and daunting) process of making the basket though. I shall, once I’ve finally reached the finish line!
Roselle d.
It was so exciting to receive all the willow and to think that was going to be a basket. I also made the tray and had some questions about that so I sent an email and received my answer so quickly - really helpful people. Would recommend these kits and courses to anyone (and have done!) and am looking forward to making more baskets. I think there's a new hobby coming on!
Liz H.
This is such an easy to follow course. That’s not to say that the process of making the basket is simple. It requires a lot of focus and concentration but I loved doing it. We started the oval basket as a group and will each finish them individually. Super satisfying to do and I will certainly be buying another course.
Patricia H.
I was a little overwhelmed at first and wondered why I thought I could do this. I persevered and on the second day wondered why I’d been so concerned.
On the third day when I finished it I was so pleased with myself and the basket, it was only when the dog got involved that I realised that I hadn’t kept a check on the dimensions as I was going.
So I don’t have a ‘large oval basket’ I have a massive dog toy basket, but I had so much fun seeing my creation take shape I can’t wait to order some more willow and have another go.
Michelle H.
It was a very good experience, the video was clear and enjoyable to watch even if my basket didn't turn out quite as I expected. It is well worth the money.
Helen
Prompt delivery but again, would like some basic instructions included as well as access to training video.
Susan R.
The items for the baskets arrived on time but I haven’t made them yet because I can’t get on the course.
Every time I put in my password it doesn’t work and I ask to reset it but that is as far as it goes
Please help or put the system right
rachel p.
It arrived safely and looks good on first investigation. I have been unwell and am really looking forward to creating my basket as soon as I am better and hopefully post photos. This is the only reason Im give this a four star - once I have completed I am sure it will become a 5 star review.
Sarah
I’ve never done any weaving before and by following the videos I’ve made this large oval basket. Really pleased with it! My suggestion is watch all the videos before you start, yes will take time but gives you an overall idea of project and will give you confidence to get started….. and before you know it you’ll have a great basket! Great project and really enjoyed.
Helen C.
This is the second basket course I have completed from Myown2hands - the first being the shopping basket.
I can honestly say that I thoroughly enjoyed making the oval market basket, it was great.
The video instructions were clear, concise and very easy to follow.
I would highly recommend these courses to anyone who has developed an interest in basketry.
Julie fuller
Hope all is going well for you both
Having a second attempt at Mollie’s basket, with the help of my two assistants
Julie Fuller
When you say add a weight to keep the basket steady!!
Abigail Carney
I was gifted the Oval Basket kit for my birthday (lucky me!) and just completed it this weekend. Thrilled with the finished basket. The instructions and vie clip are so easy to follow. And it really helps to be able to go back to it when spare time permits. Mollie's relaxed and friendly teaching style made it all the more engaging. I'd definitely recommend giving it a go, its totally absorbing. You'll have fun and get a beautiful basket to use!!
