Projects since my last post

Here are a few projects I've been working on since my last post.  Did you wonder where I've been?

Four fiber rush chairs for Mrs. DeBusk in Blacksburg, VA.

Two rocking chair seats, continental weave using 4MM binder cane for Ricky Byrd, Galax, VA

A pressed fibre board seat for Gaither McMillion, Galax, VA

So as you can see, I've been a little busy since my last post.  Check back in a few days and I will show you how to weave a center diamond pattern with 1/2" flat reed.  See you soon.



Knot it off and you're done !

Finally, wrap the end of the fiber rush cord under a few strands of previously wrapped cord and knot if off.  Cut off any excess cord.

YOU'RE DONE !

Now that you have finished, it's a good idea to apply a finish on the top and bottom of your project.  Clear or tinted polyurethane works well, as well as tongue oil, linseed oil, and shellac or lacquer.  I like to apply 4 to 6 coats to ensure a long life.  Here is a link to a really good slide show of the fiber rush weaving process - http://peerlessrattan.com/rush-seat-weaving.html.  I hope you enjoyed this project and will come back for my next.

Over and under from front to back....

Now that you have completed the side rails, let's finish off the front and back rails.  Continue to work over the front rail, up through the center and over the back rail and up through the center ( or vica versa depending on what direction your cord is going) until all the space is used on the front and back rails.  You may have to force the last round or two.  I use a wide flat head screw driver and a hammer to tap open enough space for the fiber rush cord to fit.