Multicolored Dyed hibiscus fiber in green, red and black shades. This is one of my favorite fibers, harvested from my organically grown plants. This listing is for 1 ounce of dyed raw ready-to-use fiber. Strand length varies within the bundle, but most are 1 to 3 feet long, or longer. View last 2 photos.

What can you do with it?

1. It's perfect for coiling into a pine needle basket to add a different texture and color. The fibers are soft and flexible, and LONG!
The thicker strands can be easily split down the length into more narrow strands, so you can make your bundle as thick or thin as you like. They do not split into individual threads. You can also use as rim filler in a woven basket. I recommend coiling it dry, but if needed spray lightly with water.

2. Fabulous Cordage. You can make a pretty strong narrow or thick cordage from hibiscus fiber, for use in basketry (twining, looping, etc) or in any number of primitive technologies. Just moisten it with water by spraying, or wetting your fingers, or with a very quick dip and start plying. Use 2 colors for some decorative 2 tone cordage, or create a multi-colored effect by using other colors when you add to the length of the cord.

If you enjoy adding unique fibers to your art, this is one to try. Hibiscus fiber is wonderful for basketry: coiling, twining, looping, cordage, and rim filler. In a coiled basket, it's meant to be used as the core bundle, not as the binder. It works up beautifully in a basket, and combines well with pine needles as an accent. It also makes a unique addition to a loom woven wall art hanging. Or let your imagination run wild!

See my hibiscus fiber article here: https://www.facebook.com/midnightcoiler/posts/2484451178468310?__tn__=K-R-R

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