{"product_id":"round-maple-2-piece-rims","title":"Round Maple 2-Piece Rims","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRound Maple 2-Piece Rims — for Nantucket Basket Weaving\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthentic Maple Rims for Traditional Nantucket Lightship Basketry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from select hard maple, our \u003cstrong\u003eRound Maple 2-Piece Rims\u003c\/strong\u003e are precision-machined for the traditional Nantucket basket weaver who demands quality materials that honor the heritage of the craft. Whether you are building a classic lightship basket from scratch or restoring a treasured piece, these two-piece rims deliver the strength, workability, and clean finish that maple is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Maple?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard maple has been a preferred wood in Nantucket basket making since the craft's earliest days. Unlike softer woods, maple offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDensity and durability\u003c\/strong\u003e — holds its shape and resists wear over years of use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine, even grain\u003c\/strong\u003e — takes stain and finish beautifully, whether you prefer a natural blonde look or a deeper rubbed finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability\u003c\/strong\u003e — minimal movement after turning and fitting, giving you reliable tension when lashed to the basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorkability\u003c\/strong\u003e — cuts, sands, and carves cleanly, making spoke-holes and lashing channels crisp and precise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic Nantucket lightship baskets evolved from humble seafaring origins into heirloom craftsmanship, and hardwood rims remain one of the defining elements of a properly built basket [ref:Tpz7]. Our maple rims continue that tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo-Piece Rim Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Nantucket baskets use a \u003cstrong\u003etwo-piece rim\u003c\/strong\u003e system — an inner and outer rim that sandwich the staves and weaving, secured by lashing. This design creates the clean, finished edge that distinguishes a quality basket. Each pair is machined to fit together properly so you can focus on your weaving, not on fighting ill-matched parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Case\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4″ Wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal for small purses, coin purses, mini-nest baskets, and jewelry baskets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7″ Wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerfect for hand baskets, midsize totes, and tabletop baskets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth sizes are cut from solid maple stock with uniform thickness for even, consistent lashing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimited Supply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rims are produced in \u003cstrong\u003every limited quantities\u003c\/strong\u003e. When they're gone, we may not restock this batch. If you are planning a project — or stocking up for the season — we recommend securing your rims now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne (1) pair of Round Maple 2-Piece Rims (inner + outer rim) per order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll pairs are pre-sized and ready to fit the corresponding basket molds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select hard maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-piece rim (inner and outer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4″ diameter and 7″ diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unfinished (ready for your preferred stain, oil, or lacquer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nantucket Lightship Basket making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNantucket basket weavers of all skill levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasket kits and custom builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepair and restoration of existing baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeavers seeking maple rims specifically for their workability and finished appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to weave?\u003c\/strong\u003e These Round Maple 2-Piece Rims are ready to ship. 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