Clasped Hands Knot |
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Description: The Clasped Hands knot is a unique way of forming a button shaped knot below a loop. It's easy to tie and makes a great clasp. You could also use it anywhere in a Macrame pattern where you need a sturdy loop, such as in a plant hanger. |
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I found this historical knot in "Decorative Fusion Knots" , written by J. D. Lenzen.
Be sure to visit his website, by clicking on the link or image. His knot gallery contains tutorials for a variety of very unique and appealing decorative knots. |
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Step 1: Start by making a clockwise loop in the area where you want to form the knot. It should look like a "P" shape, with one end heading downward vertically. The upper portion should be curved as shown. |
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Step 2: Direct the upper portion down and through the first loop, from the top (over - under).
This creates a second loop. |
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Step 3: Bring the same end to the left, and pass it under the opposite end. Next, curve it in a clockwise direction, forming a third loop.
Direct it over three segments, and under the lower portion of the first loop, as you head right. It should look similar to a Josephine Knot. |
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Step 4: Pull on Loop 2 as well as the ends, to tighten this portion of the Clasped Hands Knot.
Secure the loop to your board. |
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Step 5: Tug on the tightened portion on the right, whis was Loop 1 in previous steps. Pull on it until it's around 1/2-inch in size. |
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Step 6: Use the end that is on the RIGHT, and make a clockwise loop. To do so, bring it under the left end, over it, and down through Loop 1.
I marked the path of the right end with red X's so you can understand the photo better. |
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Step 7: Repeat Step 6 one more time.
Tighten the loops slightly, so you can clearly see all three of them, and they don't overlap. |
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Step 8: Flip the first half of the Clasped Hands Knot over. The end you were just using should now be on the left. |
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Step 9: You will use the end that is now on the right. Bring it under the left end in a clockwise circle. Pass it through the COILS you made in the previous steps. When you pull the end through, it will rest on the right again.
I've marked the path with red X's again. |
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Step 10: Repeat step 9 again, bringing the right end under the left, and through the coils in a clockwise direction. |
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Step 11: Tighten the Clasped Hands Knot by pulling on the ends and/or the loop. Adjust the coils as needed so the knot looks neat. |
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