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A watercolor painting of rattan and wood furniture, including baskets, chairs, and tables, arranged in a sunlit room with a wooden floor. A window in the background reveals a lush green landscape, creating a whimsical and serene atmosphere.

Choosing Your Rattan and Wood (The Marriage of Wicker and Tree)

ByUncle John March 22, 2025 7:26 pmMarch 22, 2025 9:48 pm The Art of Rattan & Wood

Every epic tale begins with a union. Helen of Troy had her face, Arthur had his sword, and you, dear reader, have choices. Before a single staple is fired or…

A watercolour painting of a confident woman in work clothes standing at a workbench in a rustic timber workshop. She is soaking organic rattan sheets in a small tin bath on another bench, with a 30-minute timer nearby. The workshop is well-organized, with tools, materials, and golden sunlight streaming through a window that reveals a peaceful countryside view.

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Preparation Steps

ByUncle John March 22, 2025 5:43 pmMarch 22, 2025 9:48 pm The Art of Rattan & Wood

aka..( How to Bathe Your Cane and Convince the Wood It’s Ready for Commitment) Before any rattan meets wood in holy (or slightly sticky) matrimony, there’s prep work to be…

A watercolor painting of a confident woman in work clothes crafting rattan patio furniture in a rustic timber workshop. The scene features neatly organized tools, golden sunlight streaming through a window, and a peaceful country view outside.

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How to Attach Rattan to Wood (Without Losing Your Sanity or Stapler): A Whimsical DIY Guide

ByJohn Fryer March 14, 2025 11:04 pmMarch 22, 2025 9:58 pm The Art of Rattan & Wood

Somewhere between “I want my home to look like a sun-drenched Bali retreat” and “this old cabinet could really use a makeover,” lies the noble art of attaching rattan to…