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Do you know the differences between different paper braids that are used to make hats? It is not as simple as it would seem as first. So here is a little background:

To make the paper strands that will be woven into the brands, huge rolls of soft colored paper are sliced into thin rolls. Then the thin rolls are unrolled and the flat paper is twisted into strings. The strings are then braided. OK, now that you know the general plan, here are some details:

The original idea for making paper braids (Toyo) came from Japan, but now the

Read more... | Published: 02/14/10