Fun with String--Part 5

At this point, I can consistently braid a single braid with my three loops.

The only problem, as this photograph of a section of my long braid shows, is that the braid is more stretched out and not as tight as I'd like. I have been keeping tension on the braid as I work, and pulling my arms outward while holding the loops to try to tighten the braid, but it's not...quite... working.

I will continue to experiment, since even this loose braid is not as regular as I'd like. Any further suggestions will be gratefully appreciated.

Fun with String--Part 4

After re-reading Teffania's and Katrin's comments on one of my earlier string posts, I went back to experimenting with 3-loop braiding. Unfortunately, I'm still confused about how to rotate loops, because this time I got a beautiful *pair* of three-strand braids--the consequence of not rotating the loop when taking it. A photograph of my test-effort appears on the left.

Still, I'm getting closer. Katrin was right--the process is quick when you get the hang of it. Now if I get the rotating loop thing down, I'll be in business!