Basketry (Merit Badge)

Requirements

1. Describe precautions you should take to safely use basketry tools and materials.
2. Do the following:
   1. Show your counselor that you are able to identify each of the following types of baskets: plaited, coiled, ribbed, and wicker.
   2. Describe three different types of weaves to your counselor.
3. Plan and weave EACH of the following projects:
   1. a square basket
   2. a round basket
   3. a campstool seat

Source

http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/BoyScouts/AdvancementandAwards/MeritBadges/mb-BASK.aspx