Creating a Lattice for the 'Swinging Shape'

I have re - done the 'swinging shape' so that it moves more like a rope that swings from side to side. I adjusted the geometry, texture and created a lattice. This should help it look less mechanical.

Step 1 - Lattice options, tick use local mode

Step 2 - forms a lattice

Step 3 - snap joints 

Step 4 - Center the joints

Step 5 - Bind lattice to joints

Step 6 - check binding

Step 7 - test the shape