Nantucket Basket Round Cherry Handles – HH Perkins
Craft your next heirloom-quality Nantucket lightship basket with the finest cherry wood handles available. HH Perkins' Round Cherry Handles are custom-made to fit Nantucket round basket molds, giving your finished piece the authentic look and lasting durability that this traditional art form demands.
Each cherry wood handle is steam-bent from a single piece of rich cherry wood and predrilled for easy assembly using 14-gauge pins or 14-gauge bolt sets. Bone Knobs and washers are used to attach the handle to the rim of your basket — just as Nantucket basket weavers have done for generations.
Why Choose Cherry Wood Handles?
Cherry is prized among Nantucket basket weavers for its strength, natural beauty, and long-lasting durability. Its warm reddish-brown tone deepens with age, adding character to every basket you create. Whether you're a seasoned artisan or working on your first weaving project, these handles deliver professional results every time.
Available Sizes:
- 2" | 3" | 4" | 5" | 6" | 7" | 8" | 9" | 10" | 10.5" | 12"
- 2 Quart Ice Bucket Cherry Handle
- 8" Cherry Handle (½"–⅝" Wide at Top)
From small decorative baskets to generous ice bucket styles, there's a size to fit every Nantucket round basket mold in your collection.
A True Nantucket Tradition
Originating on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts, lightship baskets are one of America's most treasured craft traditions — known for their tight, intricate weaving patterns and enduring craftsmanship. The right handle is essential to completing an authentic piece, and HH Perkins' cherry handles are the trusted choice of basket weavers nationwide.
Stock up on all your Nantucket basket weaving materials and supplies in one place. Add the perfect cherry handle to your next project today.
