A thin knitting needle or wooden skewer (approx. 2-3mm).

Newspaper weaving is a creative upcycling technique that transforms discarded newsprint into durable, functional art like baskets, trays, and home decor. This craft adapts traditional basketry methods—originally used with willow or straw—to accessible, low-cost paper materials. Core Materials and Preparation Cut into strips roughly 10 cm wide.

To master the art of paper weaving, you can access several digital resources. The book by I.V. Egorova is available to read for free online at Yandex Books. For visual learners, Natalya Sorokina's online guides offer specialized instructions for patterns and finished products. The Art of Newspaper Weaving: A Modern Craft

Glue sticks or PVA glue to secure the ends of the tubes.

Wood stains, acrylic paints, and varnishes to add color and water resistance. Essential Techniques