FIG. 29. INSERTING THE CANE WEBBING.
FIG. 30. TRIMMING THE EDGES.
Step 2. The cane should be boiled in water for a minute or so, or allowed to soak for several minutes in warm water until thoroly pliable. Then lay it on the frame and cut it to the shape of the seat, allowing half an inch excess around the entire piece. A pattern of card or bristol board will prove of material assistance to the amateur as well as the expert. The front line or edge of the pattern must run parallel with the horizontal or vertical strands of cane. Pull out all weavers at the edges of the piece of cane where they run over and parallel with the groove. Then lay the webbing over the frame, and see that the weavers run parallel with the front of the frame. With wedge and mallet as illustrated in [Fig. 29] begin at the front and force the webbing into the groove. Insert on the opposite side next, then the other two sides in order. The curves may be done last.
Step 3. The edges of the webbing will project up beyond the groove. These are cut off as illustrated in [Fig. 30] by means of a mallet and chisel at the outer edge in the bottom of the groove. Run either liquid or hot glue into the groove. An oil-can with large holed nozzle is excellent for this purpose. The liquid glue should be heated if used in this way so it may flow easily. This glue is to be recommended for the amateur in that no great haste is required as in the case with hot glue. A small stiff round brush will serve the purpose very well in absence of the oiler.
