Batonga

INSPIRATIONS: This bracelet is inspired by the textures and shapes of BaTonga baskets that are made by the women of Zimbabwe's Tonga tribe for for winnowing grain. The basket weave has intricate geometric patterns, which often zigzag.

SKILL LEVEL: Suitable for beadweavers with some experience.

STITCHES: This tutorial provides instructions for creating a basket-weave herringbone bracelet with a hidden snap fastener clasp. It is assumed that you are familiar with herringbone stitch.

REQUIREMENTS LIST

KIT: A kit is available for this project. Please discuss colour preferences with Glenda. $15.00

OPTIONS

To attend a workshop ($40.00) 2 hours includes tuition, full colour class notes & BYO beads:

• check the classes calendar for dates
• find 2 or more friends who'd like to do the class with you and book a workshop at a mutually convenient time by contacting Glenda ( daxdesign@bigpond.com )(0408597782). Workshops held at Dax Bead Art Studio , Drysdale.

To purchase as a PDF tutorial ($7.00)

• ONLINE instant download - click here this will take you to my online pattern shop on Etsy).
• DON'T LIKE BUYING ONLINE? - contact Glenda. She can send via email.