Plaiting and braiding have a long history.
Along with Robert Pargeter and James Bruntons articles in the Ma.
The main part of this book is a reprint of his 1888 work on plaiting Crystal Models has been an inspiration to many others working in this field, notably Robert Pargeter and Jean Pedersen.
So it is surprising that John Gorham seems to have been the first person to have looked at the subject systematically.
They encompass decorating hair, weaving and basketmaking as well as making knots.
Plaiting and braiding have a long history