Soak Reed until Pliable
30 minSubmerge flat reed in warm water 15–30 minutes until flexible enough to bend without cracking.
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Submerge flat reed in warm water 15–30 minutes until flexible enough to bend without cracking.
Cross flat reed stakes in center, twine-wrap intersection, and spread spokes evenly for round base.
Alternate over-under pairing spokes, keeping even tension and spacing as walls rise.
Cut and tuck spoke ends, lash rim with braided reed, and allow to dry fully before use.
Flat reed for stakes and weavers; round reed for handles and rim — do not interchange without adjusting tension.
Store soaked reed in ventilated container — stagnant water molds in 48 hours.
Dry reed splinters — sand rim lightly after drying.
Awl punctures — always push away from body and other hand.