Chain Sennit
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Description:
The Chain Sennit is the older term for a decorative knot that is sometimes called the Drummer’s
Plait, the Bugler’s Braid,
or the Monkey Chain. It’s an interesting
technique whose primary purpose is to form linked loops, which will shorten the cord. I’ve
seen it used by gardeners to roll up hoses and rope, so
they can be hung up. In Macrame patterns, you could use
it to make jewelry, or anywhere you need an attractive chain
of knots. To see a Macrame pattern where this knot is used, check out the Chain Belt.
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| To practice the Chain Sennit, cut 1 strand of material, at least 60 inches long. Secure one end to your project board, which will be referred to as the "tail". |
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Step 1: Make a clockwise loop with the working end of the cord, passing under the tail. |
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Step 2: Rotate the working end counter-clockwise next, creating a Figure 8 shape. Pass the end over the tail this time. |
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Step 3:
Fold the working end of the cord into a “U”
shaped loop, which is considered one LINK in the chain. Push it into the first loop from below, heading left
to right.
Pull on the new loop until the first one is tight. Be sure to tug on the end to adjust the size of the new loop, before making the next one. |
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| Step 4: Repeat step 3 as many times as necessary to complete the Chain Sennit. Always push the new "link" into the one previously made. |
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| Tip: If you make sure the working end of the cord is always on your left, the sennit will be easier to make. |
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Step 5: To finish,
pass the end through the the final loop, heading into it from the top. Pull on the end to tighten the final knot.
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