# First time making string **URL:** \ **Category:** Custom String Makers\ **Created:** [August 15, 2020, 1:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747 "2020-08-15T01:07:31Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 10\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Throwzone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/throwzone/32/100808_2.png) [@Throwzone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Throwzone)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2020, 1:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/1 "2020-08-15T01:07:31Z")
So I made a couple yoyo strings for the first time today and it was a lot easier than I expected. I used 100% polyester but when I throw my yoyo down it seems kind of sticky if that’s the way to describe it. It get up to speed And plays fine but it seems like it takes longer to get to the bottom of the string almost like how a heavier yoyo would feel. If you have any suggestions please let me know. Thanks ---
**Author:** ![100FatYoyoDads](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/100fatyoyodads/32/198123_2.png) [@100FatYoyoDads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/100FatYoyoDads)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2020, 1:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/2 "2020-08-15T01:13:12Z")
Your string might be too thick. How many passes did you do? It could also be caused by the brand of your thread, because different brands have different thicknesses. ---
**Author:** ![Throwzone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/throwzone/32/100808_2.png) [@Throwzone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Throwzone)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2020, 1:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/3 "2020-08-15T01:23:05Z")
I did 8 passes first but it was a bit too thin and didn’t bind well, then I did 12 passes and it was about the thickness of yysl ammo which I like. ---
**Author:** ![100FatYoyoDads](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/100fatyoyodads/32/198123_2.png) [@100FatYoyoDads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/100FatYoyoDads)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2020, 1:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/4 "2020-08-15T01:25:12Z")
Sorry I don’t understand. Let me rephrase. Point a is 0 passes he first time then you go around b and then a and it becomes 1 pass. 12 passes seems like a lot. Maybe you meant 6? ---
**Author:** ![Throwzone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/throwzone/32/100808_2.png) [@Throwzone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Throwzone)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2020, 1:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/5 "2020-08-15T01:26:40Z")
Ohhh ok I was counting at each point lol. Oops ---
**Author:** ![100FatYoyoDads](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/100fatyoyodads/32/198123_2.png) [@100FatYoyoDads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/100FatYoyoDads)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2020, 1:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/6 "2020-08-15T01:27:43Z")
In that case I don’t know, did your string come in contact with any form of liquid? Do you know if you were using spun polyester or core? ---
**Author:** ![Throwzone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/throwzone/32/100808_2.png) [@Throwzone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Throwzone)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2020, 1:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/7 "2020-08-15T01:31:21Z")
I’m not sure what string type it was and it wasn’t in contact with any liquid. So I’m guessing it’s either the type of thread or maybe I just need to experiment with making it some more. ---
**Author:** ![jhb8426](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jhb8426/32/631_2.png) [@jhb8426](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jhb8426)\ **Post date:** [August 24, 2020, 8:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/8 "2020-08-24T20:27:40Z")
Late to the dance, but have you looked here: > [@String making introduction mega-thread. New to this craft? Start here!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-making-introduction-mega-thread-new-to-this-craft-start-here/291099): > > This is a megathread with information and resources to get anyone started on this craft. I will list some resources, recipes and available materials at the bottom of this post. There are many different kinds of strings, many different types of thread, many different types of rigs, and many different types of recipes. I will share some basic recipes and rig setup ideas to get you started, and from there you can experiment as you please until you land on a recipe that suits your preferences. If y… ---
**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:** [August 24, 2020, 8:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/9 "2020-08-24T20:33:23Z")
The “string school” section on Airetic’s page is pretty useful 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:** [August 24, 2020, 8:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-time-making-string/325747/10 "2020-08-24T20:35:54Z")
I moved this to “custom string makers” category. Just lookin out😉. Lots of useful resources here.