BrightExpectations
Announcement
Did you know? Bright Expectations specializes in traditional hand woven baskets, patterns, and kits. But the addition of contemporary designs featuring bases with acrylic pour techniques is HOT, HOT, HOT right now. You'll also find epoxy sealed coaster sets and vintage inspired jewelry featuring those same methods.
Baskets in my shop include many types, colors, and sizes having a never ending list of possibilities for their design and purpose. Enjoy browsing the "Ready-to-Ship" shop section for quick delivery options. You can always contact me for your custom basket requests too.
Basket weaving patterns and kits are available for all levels of weavers. Patterns (and kits) are based on my own original designs and concepts and are immediately available after purchase by digital download - no more waiting on snail mail to arrive. More patterns are in the works, so please check back often.
The "Weaving Supplies" section of my shop includes a variety of items and is where the acrylic poured and epoxy sealed wood bases can be found - when they are available. These sell out fast, normally within hours.
While you're shopping, check out the coaster sets. Hundreds of these have sold already. I'm now offering (unbreakable) wood sets as well as the original porcelain tile ones. Each set includes the wrought iron holder.
I love, love, love the vintage inspired necklaces - especially the key styles. Each pendant is uniquely handmade and is a perfect (inexpensive) gift for that someone special. And sometimes that "someone special" is YOU!
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Reviews
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Eileen on May 18, 2023
5 out of 5 starsAlthough I haven't made the basket yet, it is highlighting a diagonal plaiting pattern I have been curious about. And I love the color combination shown in the example. Thanks.
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Jane on Apr 26, 2023
5 out of 5 starsPatterns are well detailed with great photos & easily understood instructions.
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Kimberly A on Apr 14, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI really love the patterns I have purchased from this shop. They are very clear and straightforward. Thank you.
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Diana on Mar 31, 2023
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely perfect! Super fast shipping and exactly what I was looking for!!
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Rosanne on Mar 12, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI purchased another pattern previously and I found that Becky"s patterns are easy to follow. Although I haven't started this pattern, I am sure it's the pattern will be of the same quality. I also wanted to express how much I love Becky's baskets! They are just beautiful!
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Shelley on Feb 14, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI was excited to come across this pattern as I was searching for simple embellishments for Easter baskets for my grand daughters. The digital download came through quickly and clearly, and it printed very well, pictures and all. I consider myself to be an experienced basket weaver, mostly of the simple traditional styles, and these instructions are easy to follow and understand. I was wondering how the Josephine knot would work in, but page 2 answered that question ~ after you weave the basket but before you cut & tuck the stakes! 👍🏻 I can't wait to work my magic ✨️🪄✨️
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About BrightExpectations
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Shows are a fun way to meet your customers face to face. I don't do a lot of shows - but truly enjoy it! -
A tisket, a tasket, my oh my do I have baskets. This was a high inventory snapshot in time. -
Baskets can have lots of character using color, unique bases, and even custom artisan made handles. Love this one! -
This will end up as a base for a contemporary style basket. -
So many options when you marry acrylic paint and epoxy back to weaving. The colors of the Sonoran Desert are gorgeous!
For the love of baskets (and now fluid acrylic art too!)...
Shop members
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Becky Bechtel
Owner, Designer, Creator
Designing baskets is a passion for me. I love weaving a basket to serve a purpose or a specific function - or simply as artistic decor'. Adding fluid acrylic and epoxy pieces to my shop was a wonderful fit. Marrying the two art forms was perfect!
Production partners
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Sew-Ray-Me
Dahlgren, IL
Sherri (owner of Sew-Ray-Me) is a friend and entrepreneur with a custom sewing and stitching business. We collaborated on ideas and designs and she brought the tags to life. I couldn't be more proud to have her create these unique tags for me to offer in my shop to other basket weavers.
Shop policies
Shipping
Customs and import taxes
Digital downloads
Payment options
Returns & exchanges
Cancellations
Cancellations: accepted
Request a cancellation: within 12 hours of purchase
More information
Frequently asked questions
Do you accept custom order requests?
I welcome custom basket requests! Just message me your specifics and I'll be happy to work with you to weave just the basket you are looking for. I'll need dimensions, color, and pattern/design changes if they differ from one of my listings. Or just send me a photo of one you have found and I'll try to duplicate it.
Digital Downloads of Basket Weaving Patterns Terms of Use:
By purchasing or downloading a pattern from Bright Expectations, you are purchasing a license to use the pattern for PERSONAL use and agree to the following terms: All digital images and/or sample images contained within are Copyright © Becky Bechtel / Bright Expectations LLC, and all rights reserved. Each pattern is for your personal use only and is not to be redistributed in any way, used for commercial purposes, or claimed as your own.
For what you can and cannot do with a purchased pattern from Bright Expectations, please reference additional pertinent information contained in the listing.
How will my basket be shipped?
Shipping is normally provided by USPS Parcel Select. Depending on your location and/or the size of the basket, Priority Mail may be available at no extra cost and I will compare on each shipment. Priority or Express Mail are always available at an additional fee, if you choose. Each buyer will be provided a delivery tracking number once the item ships. If you would like "signature required", please let me know and I will add. Larger items may be shipped by UPS or FedEx. For shipment outside the continental U.S., please contact me for estimated pricing.
Seller details
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