Peeled willow has the bark removed from the branch for a smooth, clean stem to weave the basket. Peeled willow can remain completely natural in color (which is like the color of a manila folder), or it can be finished. Painting, staining, clear-coating, or whitewash can be applied. Peeled willow is still the full branch, not split in half, unless noted. Consider sizing carefully. Listed dimensions are outside to outside, inside dimensions are less. Since baskets are handmade of natural products, sizes and colors can vary. Allow for tapering.