Braiding A Paracord Mecate

[Wannabe braider]

Hi,

I was wondering if someone out there might be able to help me?

I am trying to make an 8 strand square braid mecate out of paracord.

I am using 550 paracord and am concerned the cord is too thin.

When I started to make it, it came out less than 1/2" thick. I was hoping for closer to 5/8".

I am thinking about adding a core to it, but I am worried that if I do, that it won't come out square anymore.

Anyone have any input on this?

Thanks, Jessica

[HCRider]

hi, I am new to this forum but I think you should post this question in the Braiding section. It may get more attention in that section.

[bucksnort]

Jessica, You might consider going to 12 strands instead of 8. 12 square is the same braid, but under 3 over 3 instead of under 2 over 2. If you use a core it won't be square. Buck