From the coast of China comes a grass that is twisted into a cordage
or used by the strand to tie bundles. It can be used to make baskets
that are unique. Use it by itself, in conjunction with reed or as
the core for coiled baskets.
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SEA GRASS CORD
The sizes of sea grass vary from factory to factory. We are never sure
if two lots will be the same or not. The listed sizes are guidelines only.
size
mm
weight
retail
Baby sea grass
extra fine quality of No. 001.5 - 2.0
1 Lb.
$9.00
No. 1
2.5 - 3.5
3 Lbs.
$12.00
No. 3
3.5 - 4.5
3 Lbs.
$11.50
No. 5
6.5 - 7.0
3 Lbs
$11.00
NOTE: Sea grass cord is a hand twisted product and
will vary within + or - 0-5 mm within a single coil.
DATE PALM INFLORESCENSE
We have collected from this years date harvest a quantity of choice flower stems . These are complete with the small "cups" that held the dates. They are available in aprox.8 oz bundles.
8 oz bundle ------------------------ $6.00 ( 0.75 / oz , sold by weight)
ORNAMENTAL SEED PODS
Collected from the desert area we have an assorted bag of desert area seed pods which are ideal for decorating your basket or gourd project.Assortments will vary.
Bag of seed pods ---------------- $ 4.00
WOOL CUTS
These brightly colored ribbions of wool are trim from a famous Northwest trade blanket manufacturer. These woven cuts are far more durable than wool roving and lend comfortable homey touch to your baskets. Widths vary from 3/8 to 1/2 inch with lengths up to eight feet. All cuts are bright trade blanket colors. There are approximently 150 feet per 8 Oz. package.------ $3.50
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