Alpha Start Too Bumps
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knotlover7
Bracelet King
knotlover7
2 days, 16 hours ago by knotlover7
Every time I start an alpha shaped start with an loop and it has 20+ Base Strings, the start of it is always “lumpy” compared to the rest of the bracelet. I mean it’s straight but I guess the start is too wide for the rest of the bracelet. Every time I start a bracelet and it has more than 20+ base strings, does it have to be a double alpha start or is jt recommended? Because the rest of my bracelet is straight and fine, it’s always my start.
barrelgal
Professional
barrelgal
2 days, 13 hours ago by barrelgal
I recommend watching Marsha knots tutorial on how to start an alpha cause you may be doing it wrong, also maybe you do it differently when it has more base strings? I’m not sure why that would happen though.
barrelgal
Professional
barrelgal
2 days, 13 hours ago by barrelgal
Sorry Masha knots
knotlover7
Bracelet King
knotlover7
2 days, 11 hours ago by knotlover7
I actually do watch Masha Knotz. I wish I could show a picture of what it looks like, But hopefully I can get better at it soon
GiuseppeK
Bracelet King
GiuseppeK
2 days, 11 hours ago by GiuseppeK
Is it the "tapered" start with which we're struggling? 20+ is definitely a handful to make behave.

One possible solution to avoid all the hassle: https://www.braceletbook.com/tutorials/67_adding-paracord-buckles-to-friendship-bracelets/
knotlover7
Bracelet King
knotlover7
2 days, 9 hours ago by knotlover7
@GiuseppeK I appreciate your help but yes I am definitely aware of the keyring/D-Ring method
barrelgal
Professional
barrelgal
10 hours ago by barrelgal
U could put a picture on your profile
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