Raffia

Raffia is obtained from the leaves of the Malagasy (Africa) raffia palm. Their tough outer transparent skin is peeled off and dried to form the long, familiar strands. Prepared, or processed raffia is also obtainable. Working with raffia is pleasant work, requiring only a small needle for a tool to weave its long strands.

RAFFIA (Unprocessed East Coast)	RAFFIA (UnProcessed West Coast)
Malagasy East Coast natural raffia is available in tightly twisted hanks weighing approximately 8-12 oz. each. Average length is 50-60 inches. Our raffia is supple, strong and durable strands of good clean color. Natural raffia is an excellent material for craftwork and can be used for a variety of useful purposes.	Malagasay West Coast "Extra Fancy" natural raffia is available in open type hanks weighing approximately 2-3 lbs. each. Average length is 50-60 inches. Our raffia is supple, strong and durable with broad strands of good clean color. Strands of West Coast Raffia are wider than East Coast Raffia.

RAFFIA (Processed West Coast)

Raffia is used in coil-type basketry. We have the finest quality imported raffia, fireproofed and wrapped in cellophane. It comes in a variety of colors: emerald green, golden brown, medium brown, light blue, royal blue, yellow, orange, wine, purple, black, red and natural (beige). 6 colors mixed together--red, yellow, royal blue, natural, emerald green, medium brown. Net weight 12 oz. pkg.