How To Incorporate Dyed Strand Cane & Reeds in Your Project

• Benefits of using dyed strand cane and dyed reed in home décor and interior design.
• Basic techniques for working with dyed cane and reed from HH Perkins.
• Diverse applications of dyed cane and reed from HH Perkins in furniture, wall hangings, Nantucket Baskets, and basket weaving.
• Introduction to dyed strand cane and dyed reed from HH Perkins and their versatility in DIY projects.
• How to purchase Pre-Dyed Strand Cane and Pre-Dyed Reeds, as well as a step-by-step instruction on how to dye your own rattan cane & reed.

Are you looking for some creative new ideas to spice up your DIY projects at home? Look no further than Pre-Dyed Strand Cane! This adaptable material can be used in a variety of ways to add vibrant pops of color and texture to your home décor, basket accents, and weaving projects. HH Perkins' Colored Strand Cane is vibrant, well-crafted, and made in-house.

First, let's talk about the basics of working with dyed cane. Natural Strand Cane is the bark-peel of the rattan palm that grows in Indonesia. The individual cane strands are a variety of lengths for different projects. Normally, Coils of Natural Strand Cane must be woven wet for pliability, but with dyed cane, you simply pull the individual strands through a wet paper towel. Strand Cane is used for chair seats when there are drilled holes in the perimeter of the seat. Nantucket Baskets and basket weaving.

To incorporate dyed cane into your Nantucket Lightship basket, start by selecting a color that complements your design. Then, carefully weave the dyed cane in and out of the basket's wooden staves, creating a beautiful and unique pattern. If you're new to basket weaving, consider using HH Perkins dyed cane to ensure high-quality, vibrant results. This material is expertly dyed and crafted to provide the perfect texture for basket weaving projects. Additionally, HH Perkins offers a wide range of colors to choose from, so you can find the perfect shade to match your design. By using dyed cane from HH Perkins, you can create a stunning Nantucket Lightship basket that is both beautiful and durable.

There are many reasons why you should consider shopping with HH Perkins. For starters, they have a 5-star rating on both Google and ETSY, which is a testament to the high quality of their products and excellent customer service. Additionally, HH Perkins ships out their packages faster than their competitors, ensuring that you receive your items in a timely manner. If you ever have any questions or concerns, you can always reach an actual person on the phone who is willing to help in any way they can. Even after your purchase, HH Perkins is happy to help you with your project. They also post their customers' work on social media, with the customers' approval, to help them gain exposure and offer classes where they teach a variety of skills and crafts. HH Perkins is truly your one-stop shop for crafts, DIY basket weaving supplies, and seat weaving supplies. They even have an entire room dedicated to Nantucket baskets and an in-store shopping facility. Finally, it's worth noting that HH Perkins is a reputable company that has been in business since 1917 and is growing faster than ever. They recently launched a new website to make shopping even easier and have a new How-To series on YouTube and a blog to share their knowledge from years of working on projects.

Overall, dyed strand cane is a fun and unique material to experiment with in your DIY weaving and crafts projects. There are so many different ways to use this product. Dyed Fine-Fine 2.25 Strand Cane can be woven into almost anything, and because HH Perkins only sources the highest-quality rattan peel, it can be transformed into incredible designs and patterns.

Why stop at Dyed Strand Cane? HH Perkins also offers Pre-Dyed Flat Reeds and Pre-Dyed Flat Oval Reeds. HH Perkins also has a large assortment of dye packs specifically designed for dying rattan, reeds, and strand cane. If you'd like to try your hand at dying your own materials, HH Perkins Dye is a cost-effective and efficient way to create the colors you'd like for your next project.

Here is a list of the materials you'll need when dying strand cane and reeds and the step-by-step process HH Perkins uses for dying Rattan Reeds.

Materials:

• 1 gallon of water
• 1/2 cup of salt 
• HH Perkins Dye Pack
• Flat Reed, Flat Oval Reed, or Round Reed
• White Vinegar
• Crock Pot or Large Pot for Stove.

Best Practices and Step-By-Step Instructions: 

1. Bring the water in the pot to a boil at a minimum of 212 degrees.
2. Add HH Perkins dye into boiling water and stir the water occasionally.
3. Open the coil of rattan reeds or cane and submerge it into the pot with boiling water and dissolved dye.
4. The length of time you leave the reeds in the water will determine how dark the final color will be. Therefore, constantly check on your dye bath to attain the desired color. 
5. Boil the reeds for a half hour at 220 degrees, stirring occasionally. 
6. For lighter-colored reeds, 10 minutes may be sufficient. 
7. Once you remove the reeds, let them thoroughly dry.
8. Fill the sink or a large pot with water and add 1 cup of white vinegar.
9. Soak the reeds or cane for about 30 minutes in water mixture.
10. Rinse the materials with cool, clean water.
11. Allow the materials to dry completely before weaving with them.
12. Hanging them over a door or on a clothesline is a good method for letting the reeds and strand cane dry.

If you would like to try your hand at dying your own strand cane and reeds HH Perkins dye packs are definitely the way to go. You can shop our assortment of dyes by clicking the image below. HH Perkins is know for their customer service, so if you have questions about dying your own reeds and strand cane you can reach them by phone at (203) 787-1123. HH Perkins has been weaving dreams since 1917. Let HH Perkins help your next spontaneous creation really pop!