Braided fishing lines date back to the origins of modern fishing tackle. It was first made by braiding natural materials like silk or horse tails together to make a line capable of fighting fish.

Some of you groaned when I announced that our March Beauty Resolution was to play with braids. I heard cries of "I'm all thumbs!" "Figuring out my taxes is way easier!" and "When I braid I come out ...

. Over the last couple of decades, braid has become more popular for a variety of reasons, like strength, sensitivity, and casting distance. These tightly woven strands of synthetic fibers make for ...