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Unique Creations
Since 1989 I have worked to not only to be an excellent weaver but a complete craftsman in all aspects of Nantucket Lightship Basket construction and history. Many basket makers buy all their materials from a shop and simply weave the basket. I design and make all my molds and basket parts (bases, rims, wooden staves and rims, handles, and some ivory carvings, purse pins, and knobs) here in my shop to insure the highest quality in all aspects of my work. Much like other fine arts, part of what you are buying is a name. For over twenty years I've studied the history of Nantucket Lightship Baskets and it has been my only occupation, through working on repairs of old baskets I've gained a a great deal of knowledge on tradition construction techniques and methods.
Invest in Artistry
Before considering buying a basket please acquaint yourself with all the information in the buying guide and compare my work to others you see on the web. The educated buyer should realize that "museum" quality custom made baskets are not inexpensive. Make a wise decision; online, I have seen poorly-made, foreign-made baskets sell for as much as $500.00.
Basket Buyer's Guide
Due to the wide variety of custom work I do, I do not have a set price list, but I can offer some pricing guidelines. Prices below are for baskets using traditional cane and reed construction. These are all starting price points using the most basic woods. Wooden staves and/or wooden rims, scrimshaw, carvings, ears, exotic woods, and other custom features all add to the base price and are calculated on a size basis.
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ACCEPTED FORMS OF PAYMENT: All major credit cards, check, money order, and bank check.