And if your pot has a propensity to tip, place a plastic bag full of sand inside to stabilize it. Baskets Baskets wear best when they're treated as decorative pieces rather than containers. They can be brushed free of dust on a regular basis with a soft sable brush. Baskets also can be vacuumed through a net or screen covering that holds the fibers in place. Set the vacuum on low suction.
Little critters pose one of the greatest dangers to baskets.
Insects are naturally attracted to basket material, so it's important to regularly inspect your pieces for signs of infestation including holes bored into the fibers or a powdery residue where the basket is sitting. If you find an infestation, place the basket in a plastic bag, squeeze the air out of the bag and place the bagged basket in the freezer for at least three days. When handling baskets as with pottery do not to pick them up by the rim or other decorative feature like a handle. Remove jewelry that can catch in the weave and cause the fibers to break. But there are several special precautions you need to keep in mind to make sure you don't harm your jewelry.