Advice on using raffia please

[FiestaRed]

I know it's best to soak raffia well before using it when bending branches, but I like some advice on best practices please. Is it best to start making the bends while the raffia is still wet or should I let the raffia dry out before trying any bends?

Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Paradox]

First tie 4 or 5 strands together at one end with an overhand knot.
Wrap each bundle of strands up to make them more manageable
Soak in water for 1 hour
Apply to tree
Wrap wire over raffia
Do bends while still wet

 

[FiestaRed]

First tie 4 or 5 strands together at one end with an overhand knot.
Wrap each bundle of strands up to make them more manageable
Soak in water for 1 hour
Apply to tree
Wrap wire over raffia
Do bends while still wet

Thanks for the help, really appreciated.

 

[RJG2]

When I needed a refresher, this was my go-to for figuring out how to start, tie in a new strand/bunch, and tie off a run.

 

[FiestaRed]

Great video and thanks for sharing it but unfortunately it ends before the bending stages. Still doesn’t say if he let the raffia dry out or not.

 

[RJG2]

Great video and thanks for sharing it but unfortunately it ends before the bending stages. Still doesn’t say if he let the raffia dry out or not.

I've always done it/seen it done while wet - as @Paradox said.

 

[FiestaRed]

I've always done it/seen it done while wet - as @Paradox said.

Thanks for the reply, really appreciated.