This is going to be long, so I am going to use as few words as possible. It is hard to explain but easy to do. Mainly it takes patience. I think the results are absolutely worth it though. It is an unusual and beautiful technique!
You have to have a good, workable dough. Don’t be afraid to use water and get it moist. I find that most people make a crust that is too dry and then it is crumbly and they get frustrated. Use plenty of butter, cut in well, and add enough water to make a good workable dough. I will add this tutorial to the side bar. 
Just because I am nice.
Step One. Cut the dough in strips. Lay vertically on pie.
Begin to twist the strip gently.
Now work the other direction . Fold every other strip back.
Just keep going..twist as you go. Sprinkle with sugar…and bake!
Images:Marye Audet
