Results & Key Findings
The Value of Basketry
The value of basketry goes beyond the object itself,
encompassing cultural, social, environmental and local dimensions.
Basketry offers value far beyond the finished product.
It contributes to
- Cultural heritage
Preserving and passing on traditional knowledge. - Mental wellbeing
Supporting focus, calm and meaningful making. - Environmental awareness
Connecting people with natural materials. - Local identity
Strengthening regional craft cultures. - Rural development and tourism
Creating reasons to visit, learn and participate.
Working with natural materials encourages people to slow down, reconnect with nature and experience the satisfaction of making something themselves. Of course, it’s all possible thanks to the master basket makers all over the world, who have raised the basketry to the level it has today.
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