Basketry Merit Badge
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The requirements were completely rewritten, and now read as follows:

1.   Describe precautions you should take to safely use basketry tools and materials.
  
2.   Do the following:

a. Show your counselor that you are able to identify each of the following types of baskets: plaited, coiled, ribbed, and wicker.
b. Describe three different types of weaves to your counselor.
3.   Plan and weave each of the following projects:
a. a square basket;
b. a round basket; and
c. a campstool seat.
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