HOW TO USE: The alligator clips to the end of your braid, providing tension for a steady weave of your braid. Using the weight makes the process of creating kumihimo braids easier by keeping the braiding tension consistent. SIZE: The gator weight is 45gm (1.6oz). The length is 3.25 inches with a .75-inch clip. The additional hook allows for more weights to be added, further increasing the tension. BRAIDING CORD: The light weight is better for user with S-Lon Cord and thinner textiles, usually up to 1mm in diameter. Using the appropriate gator does help create a more uniform braid. EASY TO USE: The weight fits through the center of all The Beadsmith braiding disks. This allows you to easily attach all your cords to the gator clip securely and start working on kumihimo and macrame bracelets and necklaces. THE BEADSMITH - 40 years in the making! 💎 Trusted to bring you the best quality beads, tools, and supplies. Making jewelry should be a positive experience. Let us join you in the creative journey. Our experts are here to help. Your satisfaction is important to us. Contact us with any quality issues or concerns. Make the process of creating kumihimo braids easier by using The Beadsmith Kumi Weight. Using the weight makes the process of creating kumihimo braids easier by keeping the braiding tension consistent. Attach the alligator clips to the end of your braid, providing pressure for a steady weave of your braid. The Lite weight is 45grams (1.6oz) and is great for 8 strands of 1mm cord or smaller (such as braiding a beaded necklace), or 16 strands of beading cord. The regular weight is for thicker (1.5mm) or a greater number of strands. Both sizes fit through the center of a braiding disk so you can create kumihimo and macrame bracelets and necklaces. It is the perfect accessory to keep in your jewelry craft box. They are not bulky like handmade weights and they grip thin braids and hang under the disk. You can use the regular size for first starting your piece and as the braid grows and gets heavier you can easily switch to the lighter size. Buy these for yourself or the jewelry maker in your life. Perfect for a professional or someone just getting started with kumihimo.