Forum - Bracelet tying - String thickness

unique_ly

Bracelet King

4 weeks ago by unique_ly

I've heard that strings of different thicknesses in alphas make the rows wonky, but in normals it should work just fine. But would it go well if I used both embroidery floss and yarn that's almost 3 times as thick together in a normal pattern? Would it make the pattern wonky?

This might have an easy answer and I don't know it 🙈 But help is appreciated!

KuteKat

Bracelet King

4 weeks ago by KuteKat

I think that might make the pattern look a bit wonky but I can’t say for certain. I’ve had a few normals be wonky because of significantly different sized strings so I would avoid mixing thicknesses when possible, hope this helps!

halokiwi

Super Moderator

4 weeks ago by halokiwi

String thickness also has an effect in normal patterns. It might be smaller than the effect in alpha patterns, but it is definitely noticeable, because the size of the knots will be different. I would advice against mixing strings of such big difference in size, unless you want to use it for an effect. The knots made with the thicker string will stand out which might be an interesting texture. But you won't get the uniform texture that you usually have in bracelets.

unique_ly

Bracelet King

4 weeks ago by unique_ly

@KuteKat @halokiwi If so, then I think I should only use the string that I usually use for my next project. Thanks for the comments!

unique_ly Bracelet King	4 weeks ago by unique_ly I've heard that strings of different thicknesses in alphas make the rows wonky, but in normals it should work just fine. But would it go well if I used both embroidery floss and yarn that's almost 3 times as thick together in a normal pattern? Would it make the pattern wonky? This might have an easy answer and I don't know it 🙈 But help is appreciated!
KuteKat Bracelet King	4 weeks ago by KuteKat I think that might make the pattern look a bit wonky but I can’t say for certain. I’ve had a few normals be wonky because of significantly different sized strings so I would avoid mixing thicknesses when possible, hope this helps!
halokiwi Super Moderator	4 weeks ago by halokiwi String thickness also has an effect in normal patterns. It might be smaller than the effect in alpha patterns, but it is definitely noticeable, because the size of the knots will be different. I would advice against mixing strings of such big difference in size, unless you want to use it for an effect. The knots made with the thicker string will stand out which might be an interesting texture. But you won't get the uniform texture that you usually have in bracelets.
unique_ly Bracelet King	4 weeks ago by unique_ly @KuteKat @halokiwi If so, then I think I should only use the string that I usually use for my next project. Thanks for the comments!

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