Bugle Braid |
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Description: The Bugle Braid is related to the Chain Sennit, but the process for making it is a little different. It's a historical knot used by the military as well as band members to make a leash for musical instruments. It's also called the Bugle Cord, and the Bugler's Braid. |
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I found the instructions for this interesting design in "Decorative Fusion Knots".
Click on the image or link to visit the author's knot gallery, which contains tutorials for a variety of very unique and appealing knotwork. |
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Step 1: You need one cord that measures at least 6 times the length of the braid you want to make. To practice, use a 72-inch cord. Fold it to make a bight, 10 to 12 inches from one end.
Make a loop with the SHORT end, passing it under the long end, then over it as you bring it forward. |
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Step 2: Make a second loop the same way, rotating the short end around the long one. The second loop should rest to the left of the first. |
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Step 3: Pass the short end through the two loops, heading left to right. |
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Step 4: Turn this first part of the Bugle Braid, so the long end is closest to you. Make a bight with the long end, and pass it under the second loop, and through the first bight, passing under the crook.
The metal hook shows the path of the new bight. |
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Step 5: This is what it looks like when you actually pass the bight through. Pull on the new bight to tighten the first one. Adjust the size by pulling on the long end. |
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Step 6: Repeat steps 4 and 5 over and over, to make the rest of the sennit. The key is to remember to pass the NEWEST bight under the loop closest to the bight you just made. Then pass through that bight. |
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Step 7: When you have used most of the material, pass the END under the loop and through the last bight, instead of making a new bight. |
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