Shemy Pletenija — Nagajki

A decorative knob at the top of the handle, often finished with a "Turk's head" knot or a specialized weave to prevent the hand from slipping. Recommended Materials Calfskin or Goatskin Braiding Strips

Take the outermost strip from the left side, pass it behind the core, and bring it through to the right side between the strips. Pull it back to the left side, crossing over two strips. shemy pletenija nagajki

As you move toward the tip (the shlapok ), the diameter must decrease. This is achieved by gradually pulling the strips tighter or "dropping" pairs of strips by burying them into the core and continuing with a 6- or 4-strip braid. Finishing the Whip A decorative knob at the top of the

The most common technique for a nagayka is the , often utilizing a cross-over pattern. Circular Braid (Snake Braid): As you move toward the tip (the shlapok

This is the internal heart of the whip, often made of a single thick piece of leather or a tightly twisted bundle of scraps to provide "heft."