Here, Let’s introduce the Three-string braiding, Five-string braiding and Seven-string braiding, the less pieces of string, the gaps will be larger, the more pieces of string, the braiding will be more intensive. This is kind of braiding is widely used in the belt. and can improve the edges of straps, which makes the belt more fashionable.
The basic way is Three-string braiding, Five-string braiding and Seven-string braiding are based on Three-string braiding, so we should know the Three-string braiding first.
- Hold A, B, with left hand and hold the C with right hand.
- Let A cross over B, and move right side.
- Let A cross over B, and move right side.
- Let B cross over C, and move right side. And then we can see the basic shape of magic braiding.
- Broaden the gap between C and B, and let the under part of B & C go through the gap.
- And then straighten it.
- Broaden the gap between B & C.
- Let the under part of B & C go through the gap.
- And then straighten it.
- Adjust the gap between strings, and make the stings closely. And the go on as the step 1 and step 10 and repeat.
- After braiding, we should adjust the gaps between strings and make it even and good looking.
- The length of the strap depend on the times of braiding.
Summary: Braided Leather Technique Tutorial.