On becoming a basket

Had some drive time yesterday on my way to and from a family reunion in Sleepy Eye, MN.  What a charming name...Started a new basket because I found this little ball of colored hemp and wanted to give it a try.  It is thicker than anything I have tried before.  I don't think I will add any beads or other colors as it has a lot going on already.  Here is what is remaining of the little starter ball.

A look at the bottom...

And a side view.