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processing mulberry

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PjSingh
I just cut down a mulberry branch.I think I have enough material for atleast 2 doz sahiyas,I am wondering if I should remove the bark and split it in quaters and soak and bend to desired shape or remove sapwood then soak and bend over a form?I would appericiate any advice.
Thanks
Dusan
Remow bark and sapwood - split in about 0,5 cm bigger disain - soak in water , cooking in water and then bend over a form. Fresh not dried mulberry is better for working vith.
PjSingh
Thank you for the advice,thats what i am going to do as soon as i log off.
Dusan
Good luck. This time i working on mulbery and Black Locust in siahs form too. :)