Fig. 38
After completing the loops at the ends, many craftsmen prefer to make several more ordinary stitches before starting the squares.
Six-Strand Leash
Materials required: 6 strands of standard gimp. 3½ yds. each 1 strand of core braid, 1 yd. 30″ 1 standard or French snap
Six-strand round braiding can also be used for leashes. It is made in much the same way, except that the top strand is brought around the back, then forward below the first strand, over the second strand, and under the third strand. ([Fig. 39].) When in doubt about the order of the strands, remember to weave the top strand so that it passes over the front strand on the opposite side. You can see this clearly in [figure 39].
Fig. 39
When making the square braiding, lay an opposite pair of strands along the core and weave the remaining four as described above. The strands on the core may be clipped with the others after making the lock knot.
