Caning Needle: A 21″ steel needle with a bent tip helps thread and pull your hand cane strands through the pattern. Weave the needle through the previous rows and lightly pull it across the chair or stool frame. Step 4 of your strand cane seat will glide with ease. This is a great tool for the beginner or expert weaver. The Caning Needle can also be used to thread shaker tape with a safety pin.