Fingerloop braids - Revision history

KarenLarsdatter: Added link to Atlantian A&S site

2007-09-09T02:23:13Z

Added link to Atlantian A&S site

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	It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach. Three partial solutions to this are:		It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach. Three partial solutions to this are:
	* Get a friend to tension your work as you braid, using a rod and pushing against the surface where the braid forms from between the hands.		* Get a friend to tension your work as you braid, using a rod and pushing against the surface where the braid forms from between the hands.
	* Using double length strings, tie a big overhand knot in the middle, braid one side, untie knot and braid ~~otherside~~ (creates only a small blip in centre which can be hidden on a ~~medalion~~ chain by braiding on medallion).		* Using double length strings, tie a big overhand knot in the middle, braid one side, untie knot and braid other side (creates only a small blip in centre which can be hidden on a medallion chain by braiding on medallion).
	* A complicated system comprising pulleys and a fixed wooden rod on a base that can be used by one individual.		* A complicated system comprising pulleys and a fixed wooden rod on a base that can be used by one individual.
	Nonetheless, fingerloop braiding is still ideally suited to easily producing short lengths of braid. Longer lengths may decline in quality due to variance in tension while braiding.		Nonetheless, fingerloop braiding is still ideally suited to easily producing short lengths of braid. Longer lengths may decline in quality due to variance in tension while braiding.

	Extant braids, period recipes for creating braids (there was a [[guild]] for just this ~~artform~~) and period illustrations of fingerlooping (including the 2 person technique described above) exist.		Extant braids, period recipes for creating braids (there was a [[guild]] for just this art form) and period illustrations of fingerlooping (including the 2 person technique described above) exist.

	The techniques of fingerloop braiding are discussed (taught) at length in "[[Compleat Anachronist]] #108" available [[http://fingerloop.org/ online]] or in [[https://secure.sca.org/cgi-bin/stockclerk/ca.html printed copy]]		The techniques of fingerloop braiding are discussed (taught) at length in "[[Compleat Anachronist]] #108" available [[http://fingerloop.org/ online]] or in [[https://secure.sca.org/cgi-bin/stockclerk/ca.html printed copy]]
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	Pictures of some fancy braids (no instructions but generally match the CA108 braids) can be found at:		Pictures of some fancy braids (no instructions but generally match the CA108 braids) can be found at:
	http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html		http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html

			[http://moas.atlantia.sca.org/wsnlinks/index.php?action=displaycat&catid=267 Atlantian A&S Links: Fingerloop Braids]

	[[category:Braiding]]		[[category:Braiding]]

Tiff at 15:09, 18 January 2006

2006-01-18T15:09:41Z

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	Extant braids, period recipes for creating braids (there was a [[guild]] for just this artform) and period illustrations of fingerlooping (including the 2 person technique described above) exist.		Extant braids, period recipes for creating braids (there was a [[guild]] for just this artform) and period illustrations of fingerlooping (including the 2 person technique described above) exist.

	The techniques of fingerloop braiding are discussed at length in "[[Compleat Anachronist]] #108" available ~~here~~:		The techniques of fingerloop braiding are discussed (taught) at length in "[[Compleat Anachronist]] #108" available [[http://fingerloop.org/ online]] or in [[https://secure.sca.org/cgi-bin/stockclerk/ca.html printed copy]]
	https://secure.sca.org/cgi-bin/stockclerk/ca.html

	Although learning in person is generally quicker, a basic introduction to the technique is located at:		Although learning in person is generally quicker, a basic introduction to the technique is located at:

66.67.243.188: broken link fixed

2006-01-18T10:30:17Z

broken link fixed

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	Although learning in person is generally quicker, a basic introduction to the technique is located at:		Although learning in person is generally quicker, a basic introduction to the technique is located at:
	* http://www.~~bumply~~.com/~~Medieval~~/~~finger~~.~~htm~~		* http://www.thirteenthcentury.com/pages/braiding01.html
	* http://www.stringpage.com/old/fingerloop.html		* http://www.stringpage.com/old/fingerloop.html

Tomislaus at 04:30, 11 August 2005

2005-08-11T04:30:39Z

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	http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html		http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html

		⚫	[[category:Braiding]]

⚫	[[category:~~Fibre Arts~~]]

Tomislaus at 04:17, 11 August 2005

2005-08-11T04:17:32Z

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	Pictures of some fancy braids (no instructions but generally match the CA108 braids) can be found at:		Pictures of some fancy braids (no instructions but generally match the CA108 braids) can be found at:
	http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html		http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html


			[[category:Fibre Arts]]

Taryn: linkfix

2003-09-19T04:57:50Z

linkfix

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	A surprising amount of variation can be found in these braids:		A surprising amount of variation can be found in these braids:

	* Braids that are generally flat in cross-section was used for [[edging]], [[short straps]] and [[seal ~~tag~~]]s. The narrower varieties were used for [[couching]] or for [[lacing]].		* Braids that are generally flat in cross-section was used for [[edging]], short [[straps]] and [[seal tags]]. The narrower varieties were used for [[couching]] or for [[lacing]].
	* Braids with a cross-section of an ellipse or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other) were perfect for [[couching]] - the latter results in a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.		* Braids with a cross-section of an ellipse or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other) were perfect for [[couching]] - the latter results in a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.
	* Circular or spiral braids were used for [[drawstring]]s or [[poynt]]s		* Circular or spiral braids were used for [[drawstring]]s or [[poynt]]s

Taryn: Added more braid types and technique stuff

2003-09-19T04:56:59Z

Added more braid types and technique stuff

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	'''Fingerloop braids''' are made by cutting equal lengths of [[thread]] and attaching both the ends (usually knotted altogether) to a fixed point (doorknob is good - coffee-table leg also works) to create a set of loops. The fingers are then inserted individually into the loops created, and each loop is pulled through the others in the style as set out in the pattern.		'''Fingerloop braids''' are made by cutting equal lengths of [[thread]] and attaching both the ends (usually knotted altogether) to a fixed point (doorknob is good - coffee-table leg also works) to create a set of loops. The fingers are then inserted individually into the loops created, and each loop is pulled through the others in the style as set out in the pattern.

			A surprising amount of variation can be found in these braids:
⚫	Braids ~~are either flat~~ in cross-section or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other). ~~The~~ ~~former was used~~ for [[~~edging~~]], ~~[[poynts]] and [[seal tags]],~~ the latter ~~was perfect for [[couching]] - it~~ results in a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.

			* Braids that are generally flat in cross-section was used for [[edging]], [[short straps]] and [[seal tag]]s. The narrower varieties were used for [[couching]] or for [[lacing]].
		⚫	* Braids with a cross-section of an ellipse or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other) were perfect for [[couching]] - the latter results in a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.
			* Circular or spiral braids were used for [[drawstring]]s or [[poynt]]s
			* More complex braids were also available, with a variety of textures and looks - depending on technique.

			Differences in technique cover:
			* the number of loops used
			* the colour/texture of the [[thread]] used (homogenous or mixed)
			* multiple loops on each finger
			* whether the loop is picked up directly off another finger or twisted in some way
			* how many loops another loop passes through/over before reaching its new position
			* and more - including using multiple weavers per braid

	It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach. Three partial solutions to this are:		It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach. Three partial solutions to this are:
	*~~get~~ a friend to tension your work as you braid, using a rod and pushing against the surface where the braid forms from between the hands.		* Get a friend to tension your work as you braid, using a rod and pushing against the surface where the braid forms from between the hands.
	*~~using~~ double length strings, tie a big overhand knot in the middle, braid one side, untie knot and braid otherside (creates only a small blip in centre which can be hidden on a medalion chain by braiding on medallion).		* Using double length strings, tie a big overhand knot in the middle, braid one side, untie knot and braid otherside (creates only a small blip in centre which can be hidden on a medalion chain by braiding on medallion).
	*a complicated system comprising pulleys and a fixed wooden rod on a base that can be used by one individual.		* A complicated system comprising pulleys and a fixed wooden rod on a base that can be used by one individual.
	Nonetheless, fingerloop braiding is still ideally suited to easily producing short lengths of braid. Longer lengths may decline in quality due to variance in tension while braiding.		Nonetheless, fingerloop braiding is still ideally suited to easily producing short lengths of braid. Longer lengths may decline in quality due to variance in tension while braiding.

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	* http://www.stringpage.com/old/fingerloop.html		* http://www.stringpage.com/old/fingerloop.html

	Pictures of some fancy braids (no instructions) can be found at:		Pictures of some fancy braids (no instructions but generally match the CA108 braids) can be found at:
	http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html		http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html

Morgant: some editing, typos

2003-09-17T07:58:33Z

some editing, typos

130.194.13.102 at 09:03, 16 September 2003

2003-09-16T09:03:55Z

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	Braids are either flat in cross-section or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other). The former was used for [[edging]], [[poynts]] and [[seal tags]], the latter was perfect for [[couching]] - giving a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.		Braids are either flat in cross-section or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other). The former was used for [[edging]], [[poynts]] and [[seal tags]], the latter was perfect for [[couching]] - giving a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.

	It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach.		It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach. Three partial solutions to this are:
			*get a friend to tension your work as you braid using a rod and pushing against the surface where the braid forms from between the hands
			*using double length strings, tie a big overhand knot in the middle, braid one side, untie knot and braid otherside (creates only a small blip in centre which can be hidden on a medalion chain by braiding on medallion).
			*a complicated system comprising pulleys and a fixed wooden rod on a base that can be used by one individual
			Nonetheless, fingerloop braiding is still ideally suited to short lengths which can be easily produced, whereas longer lengths may decline in quality due to large variance in tension

			Extant braids, period recepies for creating braids (there was a guild for just this artform) and period illustrations of fingerlooping (including the 2 person technique described above) exist.

	The techniques of fingerloop braiding are discussed at length in "Compleat Anachronist #108" available here:		The techniques of fingerloop braiding are discussed at length in "Compleat Anachronist #108" available here:

Taryn: My atrocious spelling attacks again...

2003-07-07T17:27:49Z

My atrocious spelling attacks again...

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	'''Fingerloop braids''' are made by cutting equal lengths of [[thread]] and attaching the ends to a fixed point to create a set of loops. The fingers are then inserted individually into the loops ceated and each loop is pulled through the others in the style as set out in the pattern.		'''Fingerloop braids''' are made by cutting equal lengths of [[thread]] and attaching both the ends (usually knotted altogether) to a fixed point (doorknob is good - coffee-table leg also works) to create a set of loops. The fingers are then inserted individually into the loops ceated, and each loop is pulled through the others in the style as set out in the pattern.

	Braids are either flat in cross-section or flat on one side and ~~raised~~ on the other. ~~the~~ former was used for [[edging]], [[poynts]] and [[seal tags]], the latter was perfect for [[couching]] - giving a nice flat surface for the side you ~~palce~~ ~~ont~~ eh fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.		Braids are either flat in cross-section or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other). The former was used for [[edging]], [[poynts]] and [[seal tags]], the latter was perfect for [[couching]] - giving a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.

	It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach.		It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach.
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	https://secure.sca.org/cgi-bin/stockclerk/ca.html		https://secure.sca.org/cgi-bin/stockclerk/ca.html

	a basic introduction to the technique is located at:		a basic introduction to the technique is located at (although learning in person in generally quicker):
			* http://www.bumply.com/Medieval/finger.htm
	(although learning in person in generally quicker)
	http://www.~~bumply~~.com/~~Medieval~~/~~finger~~.~~htm~~		* http://www.stringpage.com/old/fingerloop.html
	http://www.stringpage.com/old/fingerloop.html

	~~pictures~~ of some fancy braids (no instructions) can be found at:		Pictures of some fancy braids (no instructions) can be found at:
	http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html		http://www.cs.vassar.edu/~capriest/fingerloop.html

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	'''Fingerloop braids''' are made by cutting equal lengths of [[thread]] and attaching both the ends (usually knotted altogether) to a fixed point (doorknob is good - coffee-table leg also works) to create a set of loops. The fingers are then inserted individually into the loops ~~ceated~~, and each loop is pulled through the others in the style as set out in the pattern.		'''Fingerloop braids''' are made by cutting equal lengths of [[thread]] and attaching both the ends (usually knotted altogether) to a fixed point (doorknob is good - coffee-table leg also works) to create a set of loops. The fingers are then inserted individually into the loops created, and each loop is pulled through the others in the style as set out in the pattern.

	Braids are either flat in cross-section or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other). The former was used for [[edging]], [[poynts]] and [[seal tags]], the latter was perfect for [[couching]] - ~~giving~~ a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.		Braids are either flat in cross-section or half-ellipse (flat on one side and rounded on the other). The former was used for [[edging]], [[poynts]] and [[seal tags]], the latter was perfect for [[couching]] - it results in a nice flat surface for the side you place on the fabric, and a raised section for the decorative surface.

	It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach. Three partial solutions to this are:		It is generally quite difficult to make fingerloop braids to any great length, as you are limited by the length that one can comfortably reach. Three partial solutions to this are:
	*get a friend to tension your work as you braid using a rod and pushing against the surface where the braid forms from between the hands		*get a friend to tension your work as you braid, using a rod and pushing against the surface where the braid forms from between the hands.
	*using double length strings, tie a big overhand knot in the middle, braid one side, untie knot and braid otherside (creates only a small blip in centre which can be hidden on a medalion chain by braiding on medallion).		*using double length strings, tie a big overhand knot in the middle, braid one side, untie knot and braid otherside (creates only a small blip in centre which can be hidden on a medalion chain by braiding on medallion).
	*a complicated system comprising pulleys and a fixed wooden rod on a base that can be used by one individual		*a complicated system comprising pulleys and a fixed wooden rod on a base that can be used by one individual.
	Nonetheless, fingerloop braiding is still ideally suited to short lengths ~~which~~ ~~can~~ ~~be easily produced, whereas longer~~ lengths may decline in quality due to ~~large~~ variance in tension		Nonetheless, fingerloop braiding is still ideally suited to easily producing short lengths of braid. Longer lengths may decline in quality due to variance in tension while braiding.

	Extant braids, period ~~recepies~~ for creating braids (there was a guild for just this artform) and period illustrations of fingerlooping (including the 2 person technique described above) exist.		Extant braids, period recipes for creating braids (there was a [[guild]] for just this artform) and period illustrations of fingerlooping (including the 2 person technique described above) exist.

	The techniques of fingerloop braiding are discussed at length in "Compleat Anachronist #108" available here:		The techniques of fingerloop braiding are discussed at length in "[[Compleat Anachronist]] #108" available here:
	https://secure.sca.org/cgi-bin/stockclerk/ca.html		https://secure.sca.org/cgi-bin/stockclerk/ca.html

	a basic introduction to the technique is located at ~~(although learning in person in generally quicker)~~:		Although learning in person is generally quicker, a basic introduction to the technique is located at:
	* http://www.bumply.com/Medieval/finger.htm		* http://www.bumply.com/Medieval/finger.htm
	* http://www.stringpage.com/old/fingerloop.html		* http://www.stringpage.com/old/fingerloop.html