I learned how to do this in elementary school and my teacher taught me a great hack for maintaining tension - put a safety pin through knot at the top and pin the whole bundle to your own sock. I’ve always done it this way and never lost tension. It’s also the perfect distance from your arms to your ankle, and you can do it sitting on the couch watching a show. 🙂🤓
Hi Bethany, that's fantastic that you've been loop braiding so long! There are at least 3 different ways to make the same 5-loop braids. Do you use your pointer finger to pull the loop? That's one way. The way I teach it is the way it was done all over Asia, India and the Pacific Islands. The way where you use your pointer finger is how it was done all over Europe and a lot of Africa and the Middle East. The two ways make the exact same square braids. Thanks for your note, and happy braiding!
Awesome video! I've tried a couple times to figure it out, no luck until now! Your instructions were so clear it only took me a third of the video to pick up. Thank you so much :D
Hi again, Bethany, I checked out your video, and I think you and I are making different braids. None of them are wrong, there are a LOT of different kinds of braids you can make with loops. I'll try to learn yours, too. Thanks for posting your video!
This is a GREAT tutorial! I was able to follow along with it and start to get the feel of this. Can you tell me how to determine how much material is needed to make longer cords. I need to make 2 30" cords to finish a gift I'm making.
I have manages to make 24" long cords. but that is the limit of my "wingspan". I guess I will have to get creative with attachments or tassel type extensions. In need this for draw strings on a 16th century bag/purse. Thank you!
Ruth I am so sorry, I did not see your comments til just now. I think it must have been when I was away from my computer most of Aug. Anyway, here's a link to my post on just that question (Longer Loop Braids -also goes into how much length gets "eaten up" when you braid - this really varies depending on the type of braid, the thickness of the strands and your own braiding tension): loopbraider.com/2011/07/23/longer-loop-braids-starting-with-no-ends/ Sorry this is coming to you so late. Wish I could see your purse!
I'm so sorry I didn't answer sooner! TH-cam hasn't been notifying me of comments and I usually just check my website comments - I make these youtube vids for my website, and I have a whole chapter there on how to make longer braids: loopbraider.com/2011/07/23/longer-loop-braids-starting-with-no-ends/ Good luck and happy braiding! @@ruthjackson3814
I always forget the name of this and have only made it once. Thanks for the thorough and thoughtful instructions. Apparently some douchebags on here don't know how to "fast forward". Appreciate the video.
Hello, Loopbraider. I finished my first (and second and third) 5 loop braid and I am oh so very happy. Thank you so much for these (Yes, I've watched quite a few!) videos - you answer my questions as I get to them. The result is a wonderful product and a great experience. Just one question, if I may: I need to make a 1.50m long braid and I am having trouble making a braid with such long loops - every tightening means winding the loops on my hands before I separate. Very time consuming. I am sure there must be an easier way... Can you help? Thanks a million
Sorrrryyyyy! I just figured it out! If begin my braid in the middle as if I were creating a "loop", separating both sides, and then just continue braiding each side on its own... that should do the trick, right? I will double the strings for double thickness and upgrade to a 7 loop braid. Thanks again for your wonderful work and all your sharing!
I'm so sorry I didn't answer sooner! TH-cam hasn't been notifying me of comments and I usually just check my website comments - I make these youtube vids for my website, and I have a whole chapter there on how to make longer braids: loopbraider.com/2011/07/23/longer-loop-braids-starting-with-no-ends/ Good luck and happy braiding! @@inesdebres761
Yeah, I know! I always tend do that! ...All I can suggest is skip the boring parts (move the little bubble forward), or go to some of the other folk's fingerloop braiding videos. Mine are all pretty slow, with way too much talking!
Yup, I used thicker yarn so it would show up better in the camera. You can get the same thickness by doubling your floss strands. The yarn I used is those balls on the table, different brands but similar yarn. "Millefile fine", Elann.com's "Lara", and a discontinued brand called "Miami"--all are about twice the thickness of embroidery floss and they are a lot like floss--made up of many thinner strands that are not highly twisted/plied together. Nice yarns, but they don't come in as many colors as embroidery floss.
+higgins Yes, you do lose length in braiding, it's called "take-up". The strands don't travel down the braid in a straight line, they zigzag back and forth, so that takes up some of the length than you start with. Also, you lose the length in your starting knot and tassel, and a few inches at the end since it's impossible to braid all the way to the ends of the loops. Take-up varies depending on how wide your braid is, your own personal braiding tension, and the type of yarn. I give a few guidelines in the Longer Loop Braids chapter on my loop braiding site: loopbraider.com/2011/07/23/longer-loop-braids-starting-with-no-ends/#longernote1
Thanks! One more question though -- how do you make the ends? Most of your videos show how you start, but I didn't see one where you teach how to end the braid. I'd like to make the smallest ends possible... Ideally, not wider than the braid itself. I need to put aglets on both ends.
+higgins Here's a link to a section on my site with some ideas (in case this link leaves you in the middle of my page, scroll down to Lan H's question about ending braids near the bottom): loopbraider.com/tutorials/#comment-909 I've rarely attached hardware to braids, myself, but I give some links that might be helpful. Definitely use good glue to strengthen any knot or sewn-off finish if ends are to be trimmed short! An aglet will not keep shortened ends from undoing and eroding an unglued knot or other type of finish in which case the braid will quickly pull out from the aiglet. Id love to see a pic of your finished braid plus aglet!
+loopbraider Ah, I'm using waxed thread, so, it's quite slippery and I don't think glue will stick to it very well. I guess I could make one of the ends "endless" and then figure out a method to secure the other end somehow.
+higgins I doubt waxed thread would be a problem, plus makes it easier to keep threads under control while you are doing fussy work with the ends. You may want to just kinda scrape the very ends with the edge of a knife or similar before tying or binding, gluing, trimming. For gluing a knot or sewn/bound-off area, a tiny dab of good strong glue, then immediately poking in thru the glue several times with a pin into and just above the knot (braid side of the knot) so the glue gets inserted into the fibers, is how I was taught by the real expert (Marion Hunziker-Larson). That's just to stabilize the knot. Then you would probably do a separate glue application later when putting on the aglet or end cap. For sure for an end cap, I have no experience with aglets.
About half way through the video, I got very frustrated. Not because I didn't understand what was going on, but because there was too much explanation. I'm sure other people have found the instruction in the video very helpful, but all I wanted some something that would show what to do and do it quickly. There is no reason why explaining how to do this takes three videos that hare 15 minutes each.
Hi Jennifer, sorry you feel frustrated! These were some of my first youtube videos, so they aren't my favorites, either. But actually, all the info is really there in the first one. And how to do the flat version is in the last one (that's really a whole different braid). It's actually a lot easier to learn these from my website than straight off youtube--I make the videos as "extras" to my website tutorials. The website has photos, diagrams and extra tips that aren't in the videos. Just go to loopbraiding.com, you might find that less frustrating than trying to learn from my youtube site. Btw, I do these tutorials as a hobby, not a profession! Someday I may go back and redo my early videos, but I have a lot more braids I want to teach, and only a limited ammt of free time...Thanks for watching!
@@loopbraider I was just wondering if the person who was being rude about your teaching ever learned to braid. She acted like your instructions weren't good enough, but I thought your video was thorough and clear.
Yeah, I know! I always tend do that! ...All I can suggest is skip the boring parts (move the little bubble forward), or go to some of the other folk's fingerloop braiding videos. Mine are all pretty slow, with alot of talking, especially these older ones. I'm not likely to redo them though, this is just a hobby for me! Sorry it's not for you, hope you find something better!
You're watching a free tutorial video, HER video, which can be whatever and however she wants it to be. Take it or leave it. I personally am thankful for her free instruction, and would not be rude to our bossy to someone who gave that gift to me. It's not like you're paying her money to do things your way. By the way, you know you can speed up the playback speed in the playback settings!
+leben54 Sorry! I know, I talk a lot in the videos, especially in my older ones. These 5-loop videos, my spiral braid videos, and my 9 and 11-loop videos were my first videos. Now I have more than 60, and they are a little better!...Btw, TH-cam is just my video uploading site, my real "channel" is my website (Loop Braiding: loopbraider.com/ ). It's actually a lot better to see my videos there (on Loop Braiding) than to watch them here on youtube. On my website, alongside the video are also photos and a diagram--you might not even need to watch the video! My website also has photos and instructions for other color-patterns that aren't shown in this video. (on my site, navigate by clicking on my upper menu tabs) Thanks for watching, happy braiding!
Absolutely adored this video and appreciate how thorough you are in explaining the details. Thank you for uploading!
idk if it’s the slight static in the background but your videos are so relaxing to watch! 😅🙌🏽
I learned how to do this in elementary school and my teacher taught me a great hack for maintaining tension - put a safety pin through knot at the top and pin the whole bundle to your own sock. I’ve always done it this way and never lost tension. It’s also the perfect distance from your arms to your ankle, and you can do it sitting on the couch watching a show. 🙂🤓
Thank you so much Ingrid! I did these in high school and now it seems like rocket science.
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right?! hahah
Hi Bethany, that's fantastic that you've been loop braiding so long!
There are at least 3 different ways to make the same 5-loop braids. Do you use your pointer finger to pull the loop? That's one way. The way I teach it is the way it was done all over Asia, India and the Pacific Islands. The way where you use your pointer finger is how it was done all over Europe and a lot of Africa and the Middle East. The two ways make the exact same square braids. Thanks for your note, and happy braiding!
Excellent instructional! Clear, thorough, patient. Thanks for uploading!
You're welcome!
through through over grab shift shift tighten tighten . I LOVE IT such a great tutorial thankyou xx
Awesome video! I've tried a couple times to figure it out, no luck until now! Your instructions were so clear it only took me a third of the video to pick up. Thank you so much :D
You're welcome, happy braiding!
Hi again, Bethany, I checked out your video, and I think you and I are making different braids. None of them are wrong, there are a LOT of different kinds of braids you can make with loops. I'll try to learn yours, too.
Thanks for posting your video!
Superb instructions. Thank you very much!
You're welcome, happy braiding!
brilliant tutorial, made mine perfectly (well, by my current standards) the first time
It helps to use a playback speed of X1.5 or X1.75 when watching this video.
This is a GREAT tutorial! I was able to follow along with it and start to get the feel of this. Can you tell me how to determine how much material is needed to make longer cords. I need to make 2 30" cords to finish a gift I'm making.
I have manages to make 24" long cords. but that is the limit of my "wingspan". I guess I will have to get creative with attachments or tassel type extensions. In need this for draw strings on a 16th century bag/purse. Thank you!
Ruth I am so sorry, I did not see your comments til just now. I think it must have been when I was away from my computer most of Aug. Anyway, here's a link to my post on just that question (Longer Loop Braids -also goes into how much length gets "eaten up" when you braid - this really varies depending on the type of braid, the thickness of the strands and your own braiding tension): loopbraider.com/2011/07/23/longer-loop-braids-starting-with-no-ends/
Sorry this is coming to you so late. Wish I could see your purse!
Thank You, I figured out how to do what I needed by watching lots of your videos.
I'm so sorry I didn't answer sooner! TH-cam hasn't been notifying me of comments and I usually just check my website comments - I make these youtube vids for my website, and I have a whole chapter there on how to make longer braids: loopbraider.com/2011/07/23/longer-loop-braids-starting-with-no-ends/ Good luck and happy braiding! @@ruthjackson3814
I always forget the name of this and have only made it once. Thanks for the thorough and thoughtful instructions. Apparently some douchebags on here don't know how to "fast forward". Appreciate the video.
Hello, Loopbraider. I finished my first (and second and third) 5 loop braid and I am oh so very happy. Thank you so much for these (Yes, I've watched quite a few!) videos - you answer my questions as I get to them. The result is a wonderful product and a great experience.
Just one question, if I may: I need to make a 1.50m long braid and I am having trouble making a braid with such long loops - every tightening means winding the loops on my hands before I separate. Very time consuming. I am sure there must be an easier way... Can you help?
Thanks a million
Sorrrryyyyy! I just figured it out! If begin my braid in the middle as if I were creating a "loop", separating both sides, and then just continue braiding each side on its own... that should do the trick, right?
I will double the strings for double thickness and upgrade to a 7 loop braid.
Thanks again for your wonderful work and all your sharing!
I'm so sorry I didn't answer sooner! TH-cam hasn't been notifying me of comments and I usually just check my website comments - I make these youtube vids for my website, and I have a whole chapter there on how to make longer braids: loopbraider.com/2011/07/23/longer-loop-braids-starting-with-no-ends/
Good luck and happy braiding! @@inesdebres761
You're welcome, thanks for the nice comment!
Yeah, I know! I always tend do that! ...All I can suggest is skip the boring parts (move the little bubble forward), or go to some of the other folk's fingerloop braiding videos. Mine are all pretty slow, with way too much talking!
loopbraider , wow, your grace is amazing. I am thankful you went slow enough for me to follow.
What kind of thread/yarn are you using here? The threads look heavier than embroidery thread.
Yup, I used thicker yarn so it would show up better in the camera. You can get the same thickness by doubling your floss strands. The yarn I used is those balls on the table, different brands but similar yarn. "Millefile fine", Elann.com's "Lara", and a discontinued brand called "Miami"--all are about twice the thickness of embroidery floss and they are a lot like floss--made up of many thinner strands that are not highly twisted/plied together. Nice yarns, but they don't come in as many colors as embroidery floss.
loopbraider Oops, I just found out that ALL those yarns I mentioned are now discontinued! I'm sure there are other similar ones, though.
How much will the thread constrict? I mean, if I want a 12 inch braid, how long loops should I start off with?
+higgins Yes, you do lose length in braiding, it's called "take-up". The strands don't travel down the braid in a straight line, they zigzag back and forth, so that takes up some of the length than you start with. Also, you lose the length in your starting knot and tassel, and a few inches at the end since it's impossible to braid all the way to the ends of the loops. Take-up varies depending on how wide your braid is, your own personal braiding tension, and the type of yarn. I give a few guidelines in the Longer Loop Braids chapter on my loop braiding site: loopbraider.com/2011/07/23/longer-loop-braids-starting-with-no-ends/#longernote1
Thanks! One more question though -- how do you make the ends? Most of your videos show how you start, but I didn't see one where you teach how to end the braid. I'd like to make the smallest ends possible... Ideally, not wider than the braid itself. I need to put aglets on both ends.
+higgins Here's a link to a section on my site with some ideas (in case this link leaves you in the middle of my page, scroll down to Lan H's question about ending braids near the bottom): loopbraider.com/tutorials/#comment-909
I've rarely attached hardware to braids, myself, but I give some links that might be helpful. Definitely use good glue to strengthen any knot or sewn-off finish if ends are to be trimmed short! An aglet will not keep shortened ends from undoing and eroding an unglued knot or other type of finish in which case the braid will quickly pull out from the aiglet. Id love to see a pic of your finished braid plus aglet!
+loopbraider Ah, I'm using waxed thread, so, it's quite slippery and I don't think glue will stick to it very well. I guess I could make one of the ends "endless" and then figure out a method to secure the other end somehow.
+higgins I doubt waxed thread would be a problem, plus makes it easier to keep threads under control while you are doing fussy work with the ends. You may want to just kinda scrape the very ends with the edge of a knife or similar before tying or binding, gluing, trimming. For gluing a knot or sewn/bound-off area, a tiny dab of good strong glue, then immediately poking in thru the glue several times with a pin into and just above the knot (braid side of the knot) so the glue gets inserted into the fibers, is how I was taught by the real expert (Marion Hunziker-Larson). That's just to stabilize the knot. Then you would probably do a separate glue application later when putting on the aglet or end cap. For sure for an end cap, I have no experience with aglets.
You're welcome! Thanks for the note!
That's great! Thanks for letting me know!
You are a great women! Thank you
-Meg
This is great. Thank you!
I like your little jokes
Making blue bracelets in light of what's going on...
you remind me of carol from the walking dead xD
but thanks a lot for the video!! :)
You're welcome!
About half way through the video, I got very frustrated. Not because I didn't understand what was going on, but because there was too much explanation. I'm sure other people have found the instruction in the video very helpful, but all I wanted some something that would show what to do and do it quickly. There is no reason why explaining how to do this takes three videos that hare 15 minutes each.
Hi Jennifer, sorry you feel frustrated! These were some of my first youtube videos, so they aren't my favorites, either. But actually, all the info is really there in the first one. And how to do the flat version is in the last one (that's really a whole different braid). It's actually a lot easier to learn these from my website than straight off youtube--I make the videos as "extras" to my website tutorials. The website has photos, diagrams and extra tips that aren't in the videos. Just go to loopbraiding.com, you might find that less frustrating than trying to learn from my youtube site. Btw, I do these tutorials as a hobby, not a profession! Someday I may go back and redo my early videos, but I have a lot more braids I want to teach, and only a limited ammt of free time...Thanks for watching!
oops, sorry--the url of my teaching website is loopbraider.com, the name of the site is Loop Braiding...
Have you learned how yet?
Learned how to what? @@BeppyCat
@@loopbraider I was just wondering if the person who was being rude about your teaching ever learned to braid. She acted like your instructions weren't good enough, but I thought your video was thorough and clear.
Я такой пустой болтовни давно не слышала....
Waaaaay too much Talk. Till 3:20 there happening NOTHING !! Do something so we can watch. And not only in ultra slow mo...
Yeah, I know! I always tend do that! ...All I can suggest is skip the boring parts (move the little bubble forward), or go to some of the other folk's fingerloop braiding videos. Mine are all pretty slow, with alot of talking, especially these older ones. I'm not likely to redo them though, this is just a hobby for me! Sorry it's not for you, hope you find something better!
You're watching a free tutorial video, HER video, which can be whatever and however she wants it to be. Take it or leave it. I personally am thankful for her free instruction, and would not be rude to our bossy to someone who gave that gift to me.
It's not like you're paying her money to do things your way.
By the way, you know you can speed up the playback speed in the playback settings!
You're over explaining
Too much talk.
+leben54 Sorry! I know, I talk a lot in the videos, especially in my older ones. These 5-loop videos, my spiral braid videos, and my 9 and 11-loop videos were my first videos. Now I have more than 60, and they are a little better!...Btw, TH-cam is just my video uploading site, my real "channel" is my website (Loop Braiding: loopbraider.com/ ). It's actually a lot better to see my videos there (on Loop Braiding) than to watch them here on youtube. On my website, alongside the video are also photos and a diagram--you might not even need to watch the video! My website also has photos and instructions for other color-patterns that aren't shown in this video. (on my site, navigate by clicking on my upper menu tabs) Thanks for watching, happy braiding!
ive been doing this sence I was three im 11 and that's not how u do it