I first came across these woven heart baskets a few years ago when I was looking for a children’s activity. They are a little bit tricky to make, but once you get the hang of them they are quite easy to make (with a bit of perseverance).
They start out not looking like much – just two bits of paper. What good are those two bits of paper, except perhaps for jotting down a shopping list (for those who still use paper for such things), but look at what happens when the two halves are woven together.
I wonder what this could teach us about relationships.
We could start thinking about how we can be OK on our own, but together we can be something different. We are stronger together. We can communicate a different message – one of love – when we are in relationship. I’m sure there are many more messages from these baskets. They are also rather frustrating… but definitely worth it!
You might like to weave yourself a basket or two and use the activity to reflect on what else they teach you about how you relate to others, to the Divine, and to yourself.