Hedge Report post Posted April 15, 2008 For those having problems keeping the knot parts in place as you weave the knot, try practicing with para-chord. It's cheap, tends to stay in place and is reusable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan Bell Report post Posted April 15, 2008 Good suggestion, but you might also want to consider leather lace. Leather lace has a grain side and a flesh side so whether you are braiding a length or doing fid work or tying a simple button you have to keep the grain side out. This is a very important fact that is not a consideration with para cord so on the one hand, though it makes para cord easier, I've found that learning to keep the grain side out is worth the extra effort. Also, even thought the end results may not be the greatest since you are still learning you will have something more in line with the type of gear you are hoping to make and it may actually turn out to be a serviceable piece of gear! Leather lace is also a bit more forgiving than rawhide and you can undo a piece and start over if you have to. It won't be perfect but it will still turn out pretty nice. Vaya Con Dios, Alan Bell Rise up this morning, rise with the rising sun!Bob Marley - Three Little Birds Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
