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Cat’s Cradle – Witch’s Broom

Recently, I received this Cat’s cradle book and it was a real blast from the past as it triggered memories of playing this in the playground with my school mates. It was really popular during my childhood among all the girls as they tried to solve the next challenge!

This book shows you step-by-step and the name of each move. I never knew that they have names, like cat’s cradle, soldier’s bed, diamonds etc.

It also comes with three long strings: red, purple and pink. One of the strings snapped but it is fairly straightforward to join back together by using a lighter to melt both ends together.

This is Mr C teaching Mr K how to do the next step. It was quite hard but after a few practises he managed to get it right. The book gives clear instructions to follow. We needed a few practise rounds before we got it right! There are 13 cat’s cradle challenges to learn. This will be great for two older siblings to practise at home or play it with friends in school.

Now I am going to demonstrate the witch’s broom.

1. Start by making as shown.
   
2. Use right forefinger to pick up the left palm string but don’t pull on this string.
   
3. As right hand moves back to its starting position, the forefinger moves away from body and twists the right forefinger loop 360 degrees and pull hands apart to tighten the string.

It does sound very complicated! But after a few tries, you should be able to get it right! This Cat’s cradle book costs only RRP £4.99 which is reasonable. Did you play this during your childhood? Do your children play this too?

Disclosure: I received this book from the publisher for free. However, they have not paid me for this review, and they do not exercise any editorial control over my review or anything else on this site.

How to Do String Figures

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String figures are a type of children's game played all around the world. They are thought to be one of the oldest games, possibly originating in the Stone Age. Many of these start with a basic figure called Opening A, which is consistent across multiple cultures. You will need to master forming Opening A before you are able to make more complicated string figures that use it as a base, such as cat's cradle and Jacob's ladder. [1] X Research source [2] X Research source Other useful openings to know are the Navajo Opening and the Murray Opening. [3] X Research source While not as widespread as Opening A, these other openings are the basis for most string figures found in their respective cultures.

Starting Out

Get a piece of string. Any type of string or yarn will work. The string can be many different lengths, but generally three to six feet works best. [4] X Research source [5] X Research source Multicolored string may make it easier to track your movements while you learn.

Tie the ends of the string together. Make sure the knot is secure and not too big. Some toy makers sell string already in a loop especially for this game. Double-check that the string can slide smoothly across your skin without causing a rope burn.

Drape the string over your thumbs. Start with your hands in front of you and both thumbs pointing up. Place a section of the string over the side of your thumbs facing your chest. Your hands should be roughly six inches apart with palms facing each other. [6] X Research source

• If your string is properly positioned, it should be held diagonally across your palm, looped over the back base of each pinky finger and thumb.

Spread your arms as wide as they will go. Keep your hands level with your chest, palms facing each other. The result should be a rectangular loop that isn't sagging. This is called Position 1 or First Position. [7] X Research source [8] X Research source

Learning Opening A

Pick up the section of string crossing your left palm with your right index finger. To do this, start by moving your palms close together so that they nearly touch. Lower your right hand so that your right index finger lines up with the center of your left palm. Move your right index finger under the string so that it loops over your fingernail. [9] X Research source

Return your hands to their original position. Make your palms face each other. Spread your arms back apart to tighten the string. The string doesn't need to be taut. Just make sure it doesn't sag, or the string may tangle.

Repeat steps 1-2 with your hands reversed. Loop the string crossing your right hand over your left index finger. Bring your arms back apart with your palms facing each other. The string should loop over the backs of each of your thumbs, index fingers, and pinky fingers. If there is a loop over a different finger or one missing from these digits, start over. [10] X Research source

• One way to think about the proper shape is a large diamond in the center connected to two triangles by its top and bottom angles. The other two angles are at your index fingers. The bases of the triangles are the parallel string segments between your thumbs and your pinky fingers.

Learning the Parts of Opening A

Recognize the difference between a "string" and a "noose." A string is any straight section. A noose is any loop around your digits. Most string figure guides will use this nomenclature.

• Some guides will use "little finger" instead of "pinky finger" and "forefinger" or "pointer finger" instead of "index finger." [11] X Research source

Learn the different nooses. There are six nooses, three for each hand. They are the left and right thumb nooses, index finger nooses, and pinky finger nooses. The nooses should sit right on top of the last knuckles of their corresponding digits. [12] X Research source

Learning the Navajo Opening

Drape the string over both your left and right index fingers. Hold your hands open with your palms facing outward. The near string should be short, just the distance between your two hands. The far string should be very long. [13] X Research source

Loop your left thumb under the right side of the far index string. Bring your hands close together and use your left thumb to hook the string around itself. Return your left hand to its original position. There should now be a section of string extending from under your right index finger over to your left thumb. [14] X Research source

Loop your right thumb under the left side of the far index string. Mirror Step 2 using your right hand and the dangling left index string. Return your right hand to its original position, palm still down. The string should now make an X between your hands with a short near string across your index fingers and a long far string across your thumbs. [15] X Research source

Bring your hands apart to even out the string. Rotate your wrists so that your palms now face each other. A properly-formed Navajo Opening should be much less angular than Opening A. The nooses will be loose and wide. There should be two parallel strings oriented inward, one connected the index fingers and the other connected the thumbs. Underneath these two strings should be an X formed by two strings connecting the index fingers to the thumbs on opposite hands. [16] X Research source

Learning the Murray Opening

• This opening is sometimes called the Index Opening.

Create a circle within the far string. Move your hands closer together. Use your right index finger and thumb to pinch the slack into a loop, making a cross within the far string. Hold the loop with the index finger and thumb of each hand so that the loop is pointed upwards with the cross oriented down. [17] X Research source

Thread both of your index fingers through the circle. Turn your wrists slightly outwards in order to hook your index fingers into the loop. Each of your index fingers should now have two nooses. There should also now be two straight near strings and a set of crossed far strings.

Bring your hands apart. A properly-formed Murray Opening should consist of two nooses on each index finger. One noose should rest on the bottom knuckle, while the second noose should cross near the base of your finger nails. It should look like a wide rectangle with an X crossing through its center.

In addition to their powerful weaponry, they carry demonic implements such as force staves and inferno combi-bolters, further enhancing their combat capabilities. The Scarab Occult Commandos are deeply devoted to their Primarch, Magnus the Red, and serve as his personal bodyguard and enforcers. They are skilled in both close-quarters combat and ranged warfare, and are often deployed in small squads to perform special operations or extreme missions.

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After getting into your starting position, take your left-hand index finger and twist, then pull through to original position. Then do the same with other hand but don't twist. Lastly, take the string off of the pinky and thumb on your left hand.

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1. Start out with Opening A. 2. Go over the index string and then under the middle string. 3. Pull back. 4. There are two loops on each thumb. Take off the bottom loops on each thumb. 5. Let the pinkie strings go. 6. You have a cup and saucer.

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You can always invent your own string figures and teach them to others. String figures have no rules. The only limits are the length of your string and your imagination.

There are hundreds of documented string figures you can learn. You can search online for videos and instructions for how to make even the most complicated figures.

Many books have been written about string figures. They range from easy instruction books for kids to serious academic works written by professional ethnologists.

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