Celtic Circle Knot
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Description:
The Celtic Circle Knot is derived from the Celtic symbol
that represents the concept of eternal life. The beautiful,
intricate pattern it makes is worth the effort it takes
to produce it. Tying this unique decorative knot can
be a challenge, so be sure you have no distractions. Use a project board and pins to control the loops, securing each one at the crook, which is the curved portion.
To see a Micro-Macrame pattern where this decorative knot is used, see these Celtic Circle Earrings.
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Step 1: To practice the Celtic Circle knot, obtain
a piece of cord at least 45 inches long. Secure one end to your work surface (tail).
Make ALL the loops described in a counter-clockwise direction.
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Step 2:
Make loop 1 approximately 5 inches from the secured end. Position loop
2 to the left of the first. |
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Step 3: Make Loop
3, so it rests partially on top, and above loop 2. It's actually a vertical fold rather than a loop, and the end should be descending (downward), when you are finished. |
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Step 4: Create loop 4 next, placing it just below loop 2. The working end should be on the left when you have completed this step. |
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Step 5: Create loop 5 next, which should rest to the left of loop 4, and partially over it.
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Step 6: Bring the working end up to loop 2. Direct the end of the cord from right to left, passing under the right portion of the loop.
Next, pass over the portion of the cord running through it, and under the crook (curved portion), which is on the far left. |
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Step 7: Direct the end down to loops 4 and 5. Direct the end from left to right. Weave through the two loops, passing over - under - over - over the four segments in that area.
This creates another loop on the left side of the knot, which you can mentally label as Loop 6. |
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Step 8: Make
loop 7 on the right upper right area of the Celtic Circle Knot. Place it so it's resting partially on top of loop 1. |
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Step 9: Bring the end back down to loop 4. Pass through it from top to bottom, alternating under - over - under the three segments as shown. |
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Step 10: Direct
the working end back up to loops 1 and 7 on
the upper right. Weave through by passing over the right portion of loop 7, and under the crook of loop 1.
Next, pass over the two segments at the top of the Celtic Circle knot, and under the secured tail. |
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Step 11: To make the final circle, pass over the top of loop 3. Go under - over the two portions of loop 2. Finally, pass under - over - under the three segments of loop 1 on the right. |
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If you tied the Celtic Circle Knot correctly, it will all
hold together when you remove the pins. If it falls apart, sadly, you will need to try again.
Once you are sure the knot is properly constructed, remove the slack from the loops by adjusting them one at a
time, in the order they were made. Just follow the path of the cord, starting at the secured tail. When you’re finished, the knot should
be round, and as small as you can make it, while still being able
to see the overall pattern. |
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Download your very own Celtic Music. |
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