Good Vibrations A161453 Because the "Checkmate Basket" is

Because the "Checkmate Basket" is handmade

Double-terminated quartz are the strongest of the quartz gems and they come directly out of the ground in the shape you see

and Japanese glass beads have all been strung on a cord and then crocheted one at a time with a crochet hook

This piece can be displayed outdoors year-round in all climates in temperatures between 0 and 130 F

Good Vibrations A161453 Because the "Checkmate Basket" isThis magnificent artist dyed and painted fiber wall hanging was crafted from raw edge cotton fabrics using multiple surface design processes including machine stitching and quilting. With a slat installed on the back, it's ready to hang in the home or officeanywhere needing a touch of artful elegance.