How to Use an EZ Gimper

 

Fig.1 - Cut two plastic laces 12" long of contrasting colors. Hold the EZ Gimper® with one hand, with the star side facing up. Thread ends of one color through slots 1 and 3, and thread the other color through slots 2 and 4. Turn EZ Gimper® over to begin. Spread the lacing out so you can see the "X" in the middle.

 

Fig. 2- Cross strand 1 over the "X," toward strand 2.

 

Fig. 3- Cross strand 2 over strand 1, toward strand 3.

 

Fig. 4- Cross strand 3 over strand 2, toward strand 4.

 

Fig. 5- Cross strand 4 over strand 3, and under strand 1.

 

Fig. 6- Tighten the stitch by evenly pulling on all of the ends. Repeat Steps 2-5, starting with any strand number. Just remember to work in one direction around the EZ Gimper.

Remember to keep same-color strands from crossing and try to prevent the lines from twisting before you tighten each layer.