Traditional Garter Ties

[Riverkilt]

I really like the traditional garter ties that Matt sells through the Scottish Tartans Museum.

When they arrive the ends seem to be controlled by static though...all the treads seem askew. Maybe its supposed to be like that or maybe it from all the shipping hither and yon. But I like them straighter.

They don't seem to stay well smoothing them by hand. So I've dipped the ends of mine in water then hung them to dry straightening the end threads. That seems to helps some.

Wondering if anyone else has come up with some tricks for shaping them? Have thought of hair spray or butch wax...both seem extreme.

Thanks,

Ron