For example, you could use maple for the base, top rim, and handle , and mahogany for the levels of the basket. The authors recommend leaving the baskets unfinished, however your choice of stain and topcoat can be used for your desired effect. Here's how it's done. After deciding on the size of your basket, enlarge or reduce the pattern elements to the desired size on a photocopier. If it's possible, have it made in red.
Red lines are easier to follow than black.
Get lots of copies of each element - you'll be using one copy for each layer. Attach the patterns to the wood with a removable adhesive. The base is cut out and the bottom rounded over. The authors emphasize the importance of marking each element with an alignment dot. This is a must for successful completion of this project, but its quite manageable and easy to understand.