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         4 Skip over two strands, and pass
         the fid through the standing part
         of the first line, without tearing
         the fibre.
         8 Tease apart the strands in the   9 Trim the strands with a knife or   10 Work the end back into the core
         working end.                    scissors to create a tapered end.  of the other line until it disappears
                                                                          from view. Repeat the process with
                                                                          the opposing end (not shown).
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