Glowstringing Basics

If you've already mastered the art of glowsticking, then you might want to move on to glowstringing. Some people actually start learning glowstringing moves before they learn glowsticking moves. Before you learn any moves, however, there are a few important things you should think about.

1. Strings:
You can purchase any type of string that you want, as long as it's sturdy enough to support the glow stick. Most glowstringers use shoe laces. To enhance your performance even more, you could try using glow shoe laces.

The length of each string should be roughly equal to the length of your arm. Any longer and the strings will be harder to control. Furthermore, if the strings are too long, the glow sticks may hit the floor during some of your moves.

2. Glow sticks:
Most people choose to use 6 inch glow sticks. This size is big enough to create significant visual appeal, yet not so big that the sticks would be unmanageable or impractical.

3. Attaching glow sticks to the strings:
Glow sticks usually have a loop at the top of them, like the ones in the picture on the right. You can slide the string through the loop, and then knot it so that the stick is firmly attached to the end of the string.

4. Holding the strings:
There are several different ways by which you can hold the strings when you're practicing the moves. Some people tie a loop at the end of the string, so that they can stick their fingers through the loop. Other people wrap the strings securely around their fingers and/or hands. Other people opt to simply hold the string between their thumb and pointer finger. It's really a matter of personal preference.

Once you have considered these factors, you'll be ready to start learning some moves!