Macrame and Basketry

The history of basketry can be traced back to the early 14^th and 15^th centuries in France and Italy.

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The process involved in macramé is knotting while basketry is through crocheting.

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Basketry or basket making is one of the oldest crafts ever created.

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Cord is the only material used in any macramé́ projects

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The word “macramé́” describes any elaborate fringe of knotted thread or cord and could be used to decorate almost anything.

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In early times, baskets were a necessity.

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The Philippines has abundant raw materials for basket weaving.

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Macramé became popular among the Filipinos during the 19^th century.

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The four types of basket found in the Philippines are snare and traps, holding basket, carrying basket, and sieves and strainers.

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Today, baskets are used for the same purposes, but also to decorate at home, to hold flowers for weddings and hospital visits, to store personal items, and to make arrangements for holiday festivities.

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