Chain Picot Mount
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Description:
As the name suggests, the Chain Picot Mount is a unique
way to begin a Macrame pattern. This particular mounting
knot is made with the Alternating
Half Hitch, which is also called the Chain
Stitch. The Double
Half Hitch is also part of the decorative knot.
It is considered a Vintage technique, because it was often
used in the early 1900's.
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To practice, you will need 3
cords. One will be used as a holding cord, and should be
secured horizontally to your work surface, so it's taut. |
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Step 1:
Find the center of the two working cords. Slide them under
the holding cord vertically so that the center is directly
underneath. |
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Step 2: Use the
lower portion of the working cords, and securely mount them
to the holding cord with Double Half Hitches (DHH).
Remember, you pass the end over the holding cord, and to the outside of the first knot. For the second HH, you go over the holding cord, and into the space between the knots. |
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Step 3: Take
the upper portion of the working cords and tie a chain of
Alternating Half Hitches. You need to make 5 or 6 knots, switching
back and forth between the two strands as you tie them. |
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Step 4: Make
a loop with the chain, which is also called a scallop. Bring the ends of the two strands
under the holding cord. Attach both of them with DHH again, to the right of the first two.
The ends can now be used to tie other knots. |
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