Many additional patterns can be made by varying the position of the strands at the start. The strands may simply be crossed on the inside ([Fig. 59]), to make one series of patterns. They may be looped to bring both ends of the same strand on the same side for another group of patterns. Titan lacing may be looped flat as in [figure 60], but standard gimp should have the strands arranged as in [figure 61] so that the seam sides will be toward the band. Combinations of straight, crossed, and looped strands offer further possibilities for patterns.
Fig. 58
Fig. 59
Fig. 60
Eight separate strands 4 ft. long may be started as shown in [figure 62]. An ordinary paper clip is sufficient to hold the braid in place. Weaving with eight strands extends the possibilities for unusual patterns, but care must be exercised to keep the designs simple.
Fig. 61