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Tools for Ply-split Braiding

  

    Bradshaw Cord Maker                                             Gripfid              

Basic tools for ply-split braiding are a Cord Maker and a Gripfid hand tool.  The Gripfid is an invention of Stuart Grainger.  A  small knotter's fid has an added "grip", a hollow shaft that ends near the point with a vee that acts as a jamming cleat.  After using the point to separate plies, another cord is tucked inside the Gripfid and pulled back through the split cord. Although a latchhook may be used instead of a Gripfid, the latter is much preferred.

An ideal Cord Maker can be obtained from Bradshaw Machinery for about $170.  {note: These are reported as backordered by Bradshaw and all suppliers.  We will post a notice when they are available.}   

Suggestions for a holder for the Cord Maker can be downloaded here.

 

Gripfids are handmade and can be obtained from Louise French by following the links below.

 

We offer gripfids in three standard sizes, special sizes may be ordered.

    Standard Sizes  $10.00 each

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Fine 3.7 mm Gripfid.  Suitable for 4-ply cords made from 8 strands of 10/2 pearl cotton or equivalent.  (Cord up to about 3/32 inch diameter.)

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Medium 4.5 mm Gripfid. Suitable for 4-ply cords made from 12 strands of 10/2 pearl cotton or equivalent or 8 strands of 5/2 pearl cotton or equivalent.  (Cord up to about 3/16 inch diameter.)  We recommend this size for general use and beginners.

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Large 6.5 mm Gripfid.  Suitable for 4-ply cords made from 16  strands of 3/2 pearl cotton or equivalent .  (Cord up to about 1/4 inch diameter)

Special Sizes  $12.00 each made to order

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Special sizes can be made from 2.5 mm to 8 mm. Specify Size in your order or contact Louise by E-mail.

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A great place to start Ply-splitting or enhance your skill is Julie Hedges book:
         Ply-Split Braiding An introduction to designs in single course twining; including methods for Waves, Zigzags, Basket Weave Designs and Cordmaking

Louise French has a few of these hard-to-find books for sale.  E-mail Louise for price and shipping costs while the supply lasts.

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