Plate 2

A stool which will prove very pleasing and is so simple that it can readily be made in the eighth grade, or possibly even in a lower grade, is shown in Plate 2. By the use of dowel rods for the cross strip it is possible to do away with the customary mortise and replace it with a simple bored hole. The top is woven from what is known as "binding" which comes in long twists like rattan and is pulled out in the same way from the loop end. One twist is sufficient to cover three stools and costs thirty-five cents. The winding should be completed lengthwise first and should not be drawn absolutely taut as the cross weaving tightens the work considerably. The design can be worked out in the cross weaving, "under and over." No needle is necessary and the binding may be used without any preliminary soaking. Splicing is done by the use of small brass rings. For stronger workers what is known as very fine cane makes a satisfactory seat, and rush can also be used with success.

Cross Weaving Design For Stool.

Showing The Method Of Weaving The Sides.

Plate 2. Simple Stool

To Be Made With A Top Woven From Binding