Let me show you how to create the beautiful 7-strand braid you have been wanting to make!
Recipe
It takes a little practice but is much easier than you might think. A full video is on the link below.
Recipe
I find it easiest to label 1-7. Take strand 7, far-right, and cross it over 6.
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Take the 2 strips to the left of this and cross those over the one to their right. 1.2.3.7.4.5.6.
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Take the strand furthest to the right (#1), and braid it over (#2). 2.1.3.7.4.5.6.
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Take strands 3&4 and cross them over 1. 2.3.7.1.4.5.6.
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Instructions
Start the process over again on the right-hand side.
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It will take some time getting used to, but you will get it!
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Once you finish, pinch both ends and tuck them under.
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While braiding a 7-strand braid isn't the easiest braid, it really is one of the prettiest! Once you get the hang of it, you will want to do it over and over!
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