Unlike the banana string this banana leaf is prepared in a different way that ensures the twine becomes hard – that is how the bag keeps its shape. By using water, twisting, weaving and then drying, wetting and re-drying it is possible to make a hard twine similar in texture to whicker.
By doing this the artisans can make this solid square shaped carry all that does not fold in on its self. You can use the same technique to make furniture and any product that needs this more solid finish.