XXVI
BRAIDING AND WEAVING FOUR AND SIX STRANDS
WEAVING ON LOOMS
Braiding or plaiting can be done in any materials and may be used for shopping bags or circular rugs. Raffia, corset laces, heavy silk floss or rags can be utilized for the braiding.
Fig. 222. The strands crossed
It is extremely difficult to conceal the ends when three strands are used so for that reason I have selected four strands to commence with.
When working with cords or very long strands of material, knot the four ends together. Pin the knot to your knee and proceed to weave. Take the extreme left-hand strand and weave under the next strand. At the same time weave the extreme right-hand strand over the next. Cross the two strands in the centre. (See [Figure 222].) If a knot is not desired at the start the cords may be commenced as shown in the [Figure 223].