1. Describe a circle 3" radius.

2. Draw two diameters at right angles.

3. With each end of the diameters as centres set off radius (3") on the circumference.

4. With the twelve points as centres, and 1" radius, describe circles.

5. Connect the inner intersection points of each of these circles.

6. Cut on the circumference of each of these small circles to the dotted line.

7. To fasten laps together, weave a lacing ribbon or string in and out through the holes in the laps. Have the ribbon cross adjoining laps on the inside of the basket.

Note. - Before drawing the circles be sure that the diameters are at right angles.