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KINGSMERE CRAFTS
HAND-CRAFTED LEATHER GOODS
Lacing & Splicing the
Triple-loop Stitch
One has to assume that, as with the double-loop stitch, the item you are about to join by using the triple-loop lacing stitch is already prepared. That is that all holes in the sides to be joined have been punched and are in alignment with their corresponding ones. Now all you have to do is follow the sequence of images with the explanations listed beneath them. The initial steps, numbered 1 - 10, are the basic steps for the entire procedure.
The triple-loop stitch is one of the better lacing stitches
to use on heavier articles because it will cover the thickest edges. The amount
of lacing you will need will vary, it depends on the distance between the holes,
and the edge of the article and the holes. However I think you can safely say,
for this stitch, you'll need approximately nine times the distance to be laced.
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When you've cut your first length of lace it's a good idea to wax both sides of it by pulling it over a block of beeswax. This helps prevent it from fraying, and to go more easily through the holes, especially if you are using slit holes. When lacing round the corners and splicing on a new length of lace the procedure is the same as for the double-loop lacing, in other words, stitch it twice. Making sure you go through the bight on your corner stitches.
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The difference between the double-loop and the triple-loop is in the ending or joining of the two ends as is illustrated in Figs 11 to 19.
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For the ending, it might be a good idea to follow the direction of the arrows with your lacing needle, to avoid becoming confused.
