Understanding raffia. – String Harvest

Knowing the characteristics of raffia, the plant and the fibre, can be useful for how you approach basketry and help reduce wastage.
I love raffia. Within days of discovering the fibre, I was right into it. I use it a lot, and it's my preferred core for basket making. Also, as a retailer, a lot of raffia has passed between my hands this year. So I'm starting a series of posts on the unspoken things about raffia.

String Harvest on Instagram: Our first little collection of raffia bundles since the big move is now online… single colours coming next week - talk soon! x

String Harvest Natural fibre craft supplies.

Do you know raffia ? – Contre Allée

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Raffia Colour Bundles – String Harvest

Studio raffia collection – String Harvest

Material: 100% cellulose Weight:190-200g one skein Raffia is a thread very similar to a twisted soft straw, natural, mainly designed for knitting

190g Natural Straw Raffia Yarn Beige Raffia Twine String DIY Raffia Ribbon Yarns for Hat Crochet Knit Raffia Hat Bag

Raffia - String Harvest

Raffia String / Ribbon, 1/4 x 49 Feet each spool, Pack of 3 spools : Arts, Crafts & Sewing

Coil basket weaving methods // Paperphine Paper Raffia Bowl – String Harvest

Do you know raffia ? – Contre Allée

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