About Bedfordshire Basketmakers
We are a small company in South Bedfordshire making willow baskets, often referred to as wicker baskets, using traditional techniques.
Paul began weaving as a hobby in 1993 and makes very strong and attractive baskets using willow in many natural colours. Specialising in custom-made baskets he has produced numerous designs including birdcages for releasing doves at weddings and funerals, vintage cars, roman shields, eco friendly coffins are popular and kitchen baskets. A ship’s bell basket for HMS Richmond was a great privilege to make.
As a maker of baskets for many television programmes his largest commission, the 7ft high ‘Wicker Man’, was featured on Anglia News.
Diane makes plant supports and hand twisted willows, and looks after the marketing and mail order side of the business.
We give talks with demonstrations to clubs and groups and our items are also available for purchase.
If you need any repairs to old or damaged baskets, need advice or wish to discuss your ideas we will be happy to assist.
Below you will see a range of baskets and other items that are normally available from our stock. If you wish to have an item made using specific sizes or colours please contact us for information.
Bicycle baskets
Bottle carriers, round and rectangular for 2, 4, or 6 bottles
Bread baskets, round and oval
Cat baskets with hood
Dog baskets
Doll’s cradles
Duck nesters
Eel traps
Egg baskets
Fishing baskets
Fishing creels
Garden trugs, oval and rectangular
Linen and wet laundry baskets
Log baskets
Magazine racks
Pet carriers
Picnic hampers, rectangular and shooter style
Potato hoppers
Shopping baskets, oval and rectangular
Stair baskets
Storage baskets
Umbrella baskets
Waste paper baskets
Hand twisted willows for home decoration in 3 sizes
Plant supports for perennial plants
Wigwams (obelisks) for climbing plants from 3ft – 6ft height