Basket Measurement and Construction

Front

What are baskets typically made from?

Back

Natural material.

Front

What is the typical variation in dimensions from basket to basket?

Back

Not more than 1/2" to 3/4" on smaller items and possibly 1" or more on larger items.

Front

How is the length of a basket defined?

Back

Length is always given for the longest side of the basket.

Front

How is the width of a basket defined?

Back

Width is always given for the shorter side of the basket.

Front

How is the height of a basket measured?

Back

Height is always measured from the bottom of the basket to the top.

Front

What points are dimensions given at?

Back

The longest, widest, or tallest points of the basket.

Front

What does the area of a basket equal?

Back

Area = length x width.

Front

What does the volume of a basket equal?

Back

Volume = length x width x height.

Front

How do you calculate the length measurement for a basket?

Back

Add the base length and each side depth, then add additional length for tucking.

Front

For a basket that is 10” wide by 16” long by 6” deep, what is the length measurement?

Back

34” (16” + 12” for two sides + 6” for tucking).