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2 again we pass the right cord under two, over
one, under one as before, being sure to pull the
previous cord tight to the left and then wrap it
tightly down over the current working cord to
lock it in place (shown loose here).
The five-strand plait viewed from the front or worked side.
The five-strand plait viewed from the underside – note the slight half-round texture.
Plait Three Method
This is another half-round plait, which may be
woven tightly or loosely. Note the effect on each half
of the plait in the photo below to see which is better
for your application.
1 Lay the five strands out and pass the right cord
under one, over two, under one.
