# 2020 String Fling! **URL:** \ **Category:** Custom String Makers\ **Created:** [December 23, 2019, 7:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487 "2019-12-23T19:42:07Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 4
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 12, 2020, 5:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/61 "2020-01-12T17:41:43Z")
Tester for my suntwists. ![1578850868680668256905335728509](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/5/c/9/5c90302d69d5935c4722197253f88b3621f9d769.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 12, 2020, 9:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/62 "2020-01-12T21:17:42Z")
2/3 of my production completed! Today I’m an overachiever - I set out to do 10, ended with 30! So that’s 40 total. ![15788638026304310147525841062342](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/5/4/0/540e3fcbad2afa726896a2402a1605b12cf54b88.jpeg) Last set I plan on doing fades. ---
**Author:** ![Avvatar](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/avvatar/32/78432_2.png) [@Avvatar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Avvatar)\ **Post date:** [January 12, 2020, 9:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/63 "2020-01-12T21:58:44Z")
Get at it! Awesome work. I like the idea of the lead on a string. Hadn’t thought of that. :+1: ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 12, 2020, 10:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/64 "2020-01-12T22:02:58Z")
I noticed on the first set of twists I made that even though they look great, it introduced a weak point, particularly bad spot if you make an " even" twist (puts it right at the stress point). So I figured it’s both safer and cooler looking if it has a lead on it. I’ve even tried locking every 2 passes together from opposites as a means to strengthen the weaves. ---
**Author:** ![Avvatar](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/avvatar/32/78432_2.png) [@Avvatar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Avvatar)\ **Post date:** [January 13, 2020, 1:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/65 "2020-01-13T01:19:34Z")
Ive been wondering lately if I could “weave” or “braid” a yoyo string. If there might be something gained in that. Perhaps something more rope-like. I dunno. I just wonder why this instead of that… ---
**Author:** ![beherenow](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/beherenow/32/125309_2.png) [@beherenow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/beherenow)\ **Post date:** [January 13, 2020, 2:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/66 "2020-01-13T02:38:47Z")
You could try Kumihimo. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 13, 2020, 11:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/67 "2020-01-13T11:00:28Z")
Googled it. Very interesting. Seems labor intensive for a yoyo string😉. Beautiful stuff though. ---
**Author:** ![yoCHOPPA](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yochoppa/32/74580_2.png) [@yoCHOPPA](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoCHOPPA)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 6:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/68 "2020-01-14T18:49:13Z")
Dose anyone know the best way to package for shipping?? ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 7:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/69 "2020-01-14T19:51:56Z")
I’m gonna try and divvy up products pretend in hopes of making it easier on @Avvatar. I’m doing multiple types and am just trying to think ahead.(plus maybe a bonus goodie, funds/time allowing😉) ---
**Author:** ![yoCHOPPA](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yochoppa/32/74580_2.png) [@yoCHOPPA](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoCHOPPA)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 8:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/70 "2020-01-14T20:11:54Z")
So your doing multiple envolpes ? I was thinking a small box maybe I’m also sending multipetypes , ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 8:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/71 "2020-01-14T20:16:00Z")
Nah. I’ll have to do a small box. I should have 3types at 20 each, plus maybe(fingers crossed) string pickers too. I’m thinking I’ll separate each set of 3 on a card(a la MM style) so a small box is probably best unless I can get it all in a bubble envelope for cheaper(granted it will even fit) Unless @Avvatar has a different preferred method. ---
**Author:** ![MarkD](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/markd/32/40845_2.png) [@MarkD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MarkD)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 8:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/72 "2020-01-14T20:17:26Z")
I’m going to keep it simple and send exactly 20 identical strings. I made 10 over the weekend, 10 more to go 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 8:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/73 "2020-01-14T20:22:19Z")
Ya. I might have gotten carried away a little. I’m just really excited about the project as I get to show off what I’ve learned so far. I just started making strings in Nov(I think) and it’s been consuming me. Though I’ve had way worse habits before😎. Long live the String Makers Guild! ---
**Author:** ![MarkD](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/markd/32/40845_2.png) [@MarkD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MarkD)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 8:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/74 "2020-01-14T20:23:32Z")
Your output has been inspiring, and great looking results, too! ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 8:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/75 "2020-01-14T20:27:07Z")
Thanks @MarkD This community inspires me. Sometimes I feel like an island - but this is more like an archipelago. Our agents are everywhere. ---
**Author:** ![Avvatar](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/avvatar/32/78432_2.png) [@Avvatar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Avvatar)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 9:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/76 "2020-01-14T21:02:18Z")
I have absolutely ZERO preferences as to how you get things to me. Carrier pigeon, Pony Express, dog sled. As long as I can differentiate the types, I can go through and organize accordingly. My (tentative) plan is to put each string onto it’s own embroidery thread card (you know, the little one inch square doohickeys) and number them. That way I can just enter each type into a spread sheet and include a copy in the package. Feel free to send along any production notes or personal findings. I can just throw that in as well. Seriously, this is all about having some fun, learning from each other and coming together as a group. :+1: As long as they get to me and I’m able to tell them apart, I’m “Gucci”, in the parlance of the times. If it makes y’all feel any better, I haven’t even begun making strings. ☹ so, we’re in no rush. Though, I can get 20 strings out in a few days if I put my mind to LOOK A SQUIRREL! ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 9:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/77 "2020-01-14T21:17:46Z")
> [@Avvatar](#): > > LOOK A SQUIRREL! Well put sir. ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 9:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/78 "2020-01-14T21:19:46Z")
So tell me. Is it better if I put my 3 types split up together on cards(per 20 sets) Or send them to you in a set of 20 times 3 different types? ---
**Author:** ![yoCHOPPA](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yochoppa/32/74580_2.png) [@yoCHOPPA](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoCHOPPA)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 9:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/79 "2020-01-14T21:28:02Z")
![IMG_20200114_162646](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/8/5/4/854d9ad7c88e3093af5dbfb063136a2ee7f462ec.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [January 14, 2020, 9:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2020-string-fling/312487/80 "2020-01-14T21:28:57Z")
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