I have some wrought iron furniture (a whatsnot and a towel holder) that I would like to give a tropical look to match other furnishings in the room. I want to use either pre-woven wicker material or cane but I am not sure how it can be done but I would like it mostly covered with some parts remaining open. I can cover either the outer frame, i.e. wrap the poles with cane or woven wicker; or I can put layers of woven wicker on the shelves.

Since I have never done this before, any advice about the way to tackle this job as a DIY.