How is wrapped wattle construction made?

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Basket weaving on Madeira Island, Portugal — Basketry Overview of basketry on Madeira Island, Portugal.

In the context of basketry, wrapped wattle construction is a form of noncoiled construction. It is created by using a single layer of rigid, passive, and parallel standards that are held together by flexible threads.1

This technique is considered a simpler, less elaborate method compared to other wattle subtypes like twining or weaving. It has a widespread distribution and is commonly utilized for functional items such as burden baskets, poultry cages, and small, crude containers.1