I'd use something of a larger diameter, maybe jute.With string?
Super-cropping is what Xare's just described here.From the top of your bud measure down about a foot or so where you see bare green stem.
Then with your fingers squeeze and twist the stem until you hear a snapping sound like bone breaking. The top of the plant will now be free to bend at a 45 degree angle.
You can then use string or something to support it.