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Weaving Terms

There are many styles of willow weaving. These include:

 
 
Randing
Using single strands of willow to weave. Randing is the strongest weave. Gives a fine look. Hampers, Shallow baskets & Baskets with sloping sides are usually randed.
Slewing
Using multiple strands of willow to weave. Gives a more decorative finish than randing. Kitchen drawers, taller storage boxes, log baskets are usually slewed but also as slewing gives a more decorative finish.
Fitching
Open work weave with parallel or criss-cross rods. A decorative, but strong, weave, often used in furniture. Found in many baskets too.
Wale
A special weave to add strength and shape to a basket. Found around the base of a basket to set the shape and thereafter mainly on taller baskets to maintain the shape and give strength. Often used artistically in contrasting colour.
Border
The weave around the top of the basket. The border ties in the weave and gives a strong finish to the basket. The type of border varies depending on the style and type of basket.