Product Details
- Product: Commonwealth Basket Round Reed #2
- Size listed: #2, approximately 1-3/4mm
- Coil weight listed: 1 pound
- Approximate length listed: 1100 feet
- Material listed: cane / round reed
- Listed product dimensions on product page: 10.8 x 1.5 x 10.9 inches
- Listed marketplace dimensions: 10.94 in. H x 10.84 in. W x 1.48 in. D
- Shipping weight listed on product page: 15.2 ounces
- Top product detail weight shown: 0.96 ounces
- Country listed: Made in CN
- Best for: basket weaving, wicker repair, small spokes, stakes, handles, and trim work
For project ideas and material guidance, read the round reed guide before starting a larger weaving project.
Best Uses for #2 Round Reed
This #2 round reed works well for projects that need a light, flexible reed rather than a thicker structural material. It can be used as a weaver, small spoke, stake, handle wrap, or trim depending on the pattern and the strength required.
It is especially useful for small baskets, decorative wicker details, craft repairs, and fine shaping work. For heavier baskets or larger weaving areas, you may need a larger reed size instead of #2.
Choosing the Right Reed Size
Choose #2 round reed when your basket pattern calls for approximately 1-3/4mm reed. If your project needs a slightly thicker material, compare Commonwealth Basket Round Reed #3 before ordering.
For even stronger basket structure or larger weaving work, review Commonwealth Basket Round Reed #4 as another size option.
If your project needs wider strips instead of round cane, compare flat reed before purchasing this coil.
Setup and Weaving Notes
Before weaving, soak or dampen the reed as needed so it becomes flexible enough to bend without splitting. Work with manageable lengths instead of pulling too much from the coil at once.
Keep your tension steady while weaving so the rows stay even. Because #2 reed is thin, avoid forcing tight bends when it is dry. Re-dampen as needed during longer projects.
For chair repair projects that need chair cane rather than basket reed, compare chair cane medium 3mm before ordering.
Care and Storage
Store unused round reed in a dry indoor space away from long-term moisture and direct heat. Keep the coil loosely tied so the reed stays organized and does not tangle.
After dampening, allow unused pieces to dry fully before storing. Natural cane may vary slightly in color, surface texture, and flexibility, which is normal for reed materials.
Before You Buy
Check your pattern carefully before ordering to confirm that it calls for #2 round reed or approximately 1-3/4mm cane. Also verify whether your project needs round reed, flat reed, chair cane, binder cane, or spline, since these materials are not always interchangeable.
