This makes it sustainable, so I used a natural raffia twine over a more colorful ribbon. ![]() The fiber or seed pot is biodegradable and will dissolve into the soil once it becomes wet. ![]() What I love about using fiber pots is that you can then plant these little pots into a garden bed or a larger pot. They are easy to find in almost any store with an outdoor seasonal department. We use fiber pots, also known as seed pots, for this project. A ribbon handle could be added to hang on the doorknob or gate post. Berry Basketsīerry baskets can be used with ribbon weaving through the basket to make it more festive. The flowers are usually what’s in bloom in the yard or garden. Construction paper or even newspaper made into a cone with a ribbon handle and filled with spring flowers. So who knows if it’s more of a regional thing, or has the years changed this fun tradition? What are May baskets made of? Paper Conesīaskets are usually homemade using supplies on hand. My kids grew up between Southern California and Connecticut, and no one seemed to “celebrate” May Day as I did as a kid growing up in Minnesota and Colorado. Hanging them on door knobs, ringing the bell, and running away was also part of the tradition. When I was a child, making the baskets was only half the fun. A homemade basket of flowers and a small gift would be left on your neighbor’s doorstep with or without a note. Later the tradition came to the United States. There’s Maypole dancing, bonfires, and a collection of wildflowers and green branches to weave floral crowns. May Day started as a European festival marking the day between the spring equinox and summer solstice. What is May Day, and Why is it Celebrated on May 1st? The History & Traditions of May Day Today, I’ll show you how I made simple May Day baskets using seed pots. Remember May Day? I’m sure I’m dating myself, but May Day was a big deal when I was young.
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