Panadiere Stiffeners

Constructing Your Panadiere

I bought your panadiere basket pattern, but could you tell me if it is the knitting plastic canvas that is used to stiffen it or if not what is it so I can purchase some before the pattern comes in.

Tammy

You should already have the pattern since it is a downloadable file we send you over the Internet.

You will see that, to give body to the panadiere I use plastic report covers which can be purchased in an office supply store.

However, I make dozens of these baskets at a time, so I don't mind buying a package of 100 report covers.

If you would not have use for so many plastic covers, your idea of plastic canvas made for needlepoint and embroidery would work fine. Very clever!

You can also use very thin Masonite if you want a basket with firmer sides.

Just make sure you use something that will stand up to cleaning, whether you run it through the wash machine (plastic) or wipe it with a damp cloth (Masonite).

I hope you enjoy the pattern!

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