Sawtooth 2 rijgmethode toegepast op een schoen, vormt een zigzagpatroon voor een strakke pasvorm.

Sawtooth II zigzag stitching method

The "Sawtooth 2" lacing method offers an alternative way to create a zigzag pattern on your shoes and is particularly suitable for shoes with 6 or 8 holes. This method combines a striking design with a secure fit. Follow the steps below to apply this method to your shoes.

Step 1

Place the shoe with the toe facing you. On one side, thread both ends of the lace through the first eyelet and then directly through the second eyelet above it.

Step 1 of the Sawtooth 2 lacing method, both ends of the lace are threaded through the first and second eyelets.

Step 2

Take the end of the first lace and pull it diagonally to the opposite eyelet, threading it from the outside in.

Step 2 of the Sawtooth 2 lacing method, the end of the lace is threaded diagonally to the opposite eyelet.

Step 3

Repeat step 2 with the other end of the lace. Pull this one diagonally towards the eyelet on the other side, from the outside in. This creates the beginning of the zigzag pattern.

Step 3 of the Sawtooth 2 basting method, the beginning of the zigzag pattern is created.

Step 4

If you've done it correctly, the pattern should now look like the image. The zigzag pattern is starting to take shape.

Step 4 of the Sawtooth 2 beading method, the zigzag pattern is starting to take shape.

Step 5

Insert the lower lace ends diagonally into the next free eyelet on the other side of the shoe. This continues the zigzag pattern.

Step 5 of the Sawtooth 2 lacing method, the bottom lace ends are threaded diagonally into the next free eyelet.

Step 6

Repeat step 5 with the other lace end, also inserting it diagonally into the next free eyelet on the other side of the shoe.

Step 6 of the Sawtooth 2 lacing method, the other lace end is also threaded diagonally into the free eyelet.

Step 7

Now take the end of the lace again and insert it directly opposite into the free eyelet on the other side of the shoe. This keeps the pattern symmetrical and straight.

Step 7 of the Sawtooth 2 lacing method, the lace end is threaded directly opposite into the free eyelet.

Step 8

Do the same with the other end of the lace, by also inserting it directly opposite into the free eyelet.

Step 8 of the Sawtooth 2 lacing method, the other lace end is threaded directly opposite into the free eyelet.

Step 9

Now repeat the same pattern: thread the elastic laces diagonally from the inside out into the next two free eyelets on one side of the shoe. This continues the zigzag pattern.

Step 9 of the Sawtooth 2 lacing method: the laces are threaded diagonally from the inside out into the next free eyelets.

Step 10

When you're finished, the final result should look like the image. You've now created a zigzag pattern. Now follow the instructions on our how-to-do-elastic-laces page to tie your laces the way you like, depending on whether you purchased elastic laces.

Step 10 of the Sawtooth 2 lacing method, the end result is a zigzag pattern on the shoe.

Finishing for elastic laces

For elastic laces, use a twist-off cap to secure the ends. More information about the different types of lace closures can be found on our website.

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