The larger the wire, the stronger it is A single braid can use 20 gauge - 18 gauge (0.8-1mm wire) Double braid 22 gauge - 20 gauge (0.6-0.8mm) If the bead hole is too small, use 22 gauge (0.6mm) ...

The three-strand braid is one way to level up your hairstyle, but there's only one way to kick it up a notch: the french braid. This over-under plait has been woven throughout history — from ancient ...