by Texas Homesteader ~
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I wrote recently about a basket. A handmade basket. A beautiful basket. MY basket.
You see, I’d wanted an open-top basket for a long time and I was really trying to find one at a thrift store. Not only would it be less expensive but I wanted it to be used instead of new. I always prefer to buy used whenever possible. It’s just an environmental thing for me.
But for months I was patient and searched for one. Alas, a suitable basket was nowhere to be found. Then one fateful day as RancherMan & I were strolling through an outdoor fair I saw her.
Oh she was a beauty! A handmade woven basket with leather handles. Deep sage greens and vibrant pink accents.
“How much?” I timidly asked. “Forty Dollars” came the reply.
Wow. Forty dollars? That’s more than I was planning on spending. But oh how I loved her! And it was certainly worth that much, having been sturdily made.
Plus I love to support artists whenever possible. So I bought that beautiful basket with the bright pink accents, hoping I’d use it as much as I thought I would. And I’m pleased to say I have!
