Flat Reed: The Perfect Choice for Your Weaving Projects
Flat Reed, also known as Splint, is a versatile weaving material made from the inside core of rattan. Loved by artisans and DIY enthusiasts alike, it offers exceptional durability and flexibility, making it ideal for various DIY projects, including basket weaving, chair seats, and creative crafts.
Key Features:
- Easy to Work With: Soak Flat Reed in water for 10-20 minutes before use to soften it for easy weaving.
- Versatile Applications: Perfect for herringbone patterns, porch weaving, basket weaving, crafts, and innovative projects like decorations, parade floats, Paper Mache, and corsets, puppets, and DIY spontaneous creations.
- Multiple Sizes Available: Find the ideal width for your project with our range of options, ensuring you have enough material for multiple baskets or a larger creation.
- Natural or Customized Finish: Flat Reed can be stained, painted, oiled, or left in its natural state, allowing for endless personalization in your crafts, seat weaving, and basket weaving projects.
- Consistent Style and Durability: Flat Reed is flat on both sides. Flat Reed is a durable and flexible material that is built to last.
- Sustainable and Eco-friendly: Flat Reed is a natural material made from Rattan. It is harvested without cutting down the entire plant, allowing it to grow and regenerate. Flat Reed is biodegradable, and sourcing Flat Reed and Rattan supports local communities promoting sustainable livelihoods and traditional craftsmanship.
Flat Reed Specifications:
- Coil Size: Sold in convenient 1-pound coils with varying lengths based on width:
- 11/64" Flat Reed: 425ft per coil
- 3/16" Flat Reed: 400ft per coil
- 1/4" Flat Reed: 370ft per coil
- 7mm Flat Reed: 268ft per coil
- 3/8" Flat Reed: 260ft per coil
- 1/2" Flat Reed: 185ft per coil
- Smoked 3/8" Flat Reed: 260ft per coil
- Smoked 1/2" Flat Reed: 185ft per coil
- 5/8" Flat Reed: 120ft per coil
- 3/4" Flat Reed: 90ft per coil
- 7/8" Flat Reed: 80ft per coil
- 1" Flat Reed: 77ft per coil
Crafting Inspiration:
One coil of Flat Reed typically covers a 15"x15" project, while a standard porch rocker chair requires about four coils. The possibilities are endless when it comes to DIY crafts with Flat Reed!
Ready to start your next project? Shop Flat Reed now and discover why it's the top choice for artisans, crafters, and furniture makers everywhere. Whether you're weaving beautiful baskets or creating unique decorative pieces, Flat Reed is your go-to material! Shop HH Perkins Flat Reed today and discover the Premium Grade-A Rattan difference!
