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Basket Stitch

 
Basket Stitch
 

Description: I found the Basket Stitch in a book written in the early 1900's. So I consider this a Vintage Knot. In another source, this same technique was listed as a variation of the Alternating Half Hitch. What makes this knot unique is that you use many filler cords to widen the alternating pattern. You could use this decorative knot in any project that needs a flat chain of knots, such as a belt.

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  You Need At Least 4 Cords  

Step 1: To practice, cut four cords. Mount them to a ring, holding cord, or dowel. If you prefer, you can fold them in half and pin them to a board.

The outside strands are your working cords (1 and 8), and the remainder are the holding cords.

 
 
 
  Tie the First Half Hitch   Step 2: Use cord 8, which is furthest to the right. Go over, then under ALL the fillers, and through the space that forms on the right. Tighten gently, and leave the knot loose and flat, so the holding cords don't bunch up.  
 
 
  Tie the Second Half Hitch   Step 3: Next, use cord 1, and tie the next Half Hitch directly below the first, pulling the end through the space on the left. Be sure not to tighten the knots too much.  
 
 
Step 4: Alternate back and forth between the two working cords as you continue the chain. When finished, press and adjust the knots as needed to further flatten the Basket Stitch design.
 
 
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PROGRESSIVE BASKET STITCH

 
Progressive Basket Stitch
 
This interesting technique is made by tying Half Hitches around first one, then 2, 3, and 4 holding cords. The result is a very attractive Vintage design rarely seen in modern Macrame patterns.
 
 
 
  The Outer Strands are the Working Cords  

Step 1: Start by mounting 4 cords to a holding cord with Larks Head Knots.

Mentally number the strands 1 - 8. Cords 1 and 8 will be the working cords throughout the design.

 
 
 
  Half Hitches Around 1 Holding Cord  

Step 2: Make the first Half Hitch using cord 1, directing it around cord 2, which is a holding cord.

Repeat the process with cord 8, using cord 7 to hold the Half Hitch.

 
 
 
  Each Half Hitch Around 2 Holding Cords  

Step 3: The next set of Half Hitches are tied with the working cords (1 and 8), but passing around 2 holding cords this time. So on the left, the HH will be around cords 2 and 3. On the right, it will be around 6 and 7.

 
 
 
  Half Hitches Around 3 Holding Cords   Step 4: The third row of Half Hitches are tied around 3 holding cords each. On the right, the HH are tied with cord 8 onto 5, 6, and 7. On the left, use cord 1 to tie the HH onto 2, 3, and 4.  
 
 
  Joining the 2 Halves of the Design   Step 5: Use the working cord #8 to make a Half Hitch around a total of 4 holding cords (4 - 7).  
 
 
  The Final Half Hitch   Step 6: Use the left working cord (#1) to tie the final Half Hitch around holding cords 2 - 5. Tighten the Progressive Basket Stitch, taking care to keep the sennit as flat as possible.  
 
 
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Waved Basket Stitch

 
  Waved Basket Stitch  

Description: The Waved Basket Stitch is another Vintage knot you don’t see used very often. It is sometimes referred to as the Alternating Basket Stitch.

The wavy pattern is the result of alternating the working cords.

 
 
 
 
  Requires Several Cords   Step 1: Begin by obtaining three or more cords. Fold them in half and secure them to your board, so you end up with at least 6 strands to work with. Mentally number the cords 1 - 6. The working cords are 1 and 6 throughout the design, and the others are the fillers.  
 
 
  First Set of Half Hitches   Step 2: Make half hitches with the right working cord (#6), going around all the filler cords. Tie a total of four to six knots. Tighten the knots and flatten the sennit so the filler cords don't overlap one another.  
 
 
  Use Left Cord to Tie Knots   Step 3: Now use the left working cord (#1) to make the same number of knots, just below the first set.  
 
 
  Use Right Cord Again   Step 4: Repeat steps 2 and 3 several more times. As you continue the pattern, the knots will twist slightly to form the wavy appearance.  
 
 
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