Wicker work

 The seat for the current kayak is a simple grid pattern wicker.  These photos show how the rattan fibers are terminated on the underside of the seat.

After the fiber is wrapped a couple of times it can't back out.

Natural and comfortable!

Almost done.

Seat frame work

A seat frame for the 11 footer begins with ripping 4 quarter cherry to 1&1/4 inches.
It is then set with hardwood dowels and glued.
Next it gets routered and a wicker plan.
The holes are drilled and chased with a counter sink bit.