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Description: The Cross Pin Technique is a unique way of securing delicate materials to a project board. Leather and Satin, for example, are materials used in Macrame jewelry designs, and are easily damaged by pins. But you often need pins to control the loops, as you tie the knots.
By securing the cords in this manner, you don't have to worry about damaging the fibers. So it's great for materials such as Satin, Silk, Leather and other delicate types of cord materials. |
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Step 1: You need a piece of scrap cord large enough to make one loop, to practice this technique. I used Satin Cord in this example.
Create the loop so one end crosses over the other. |
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Step 2: Take a pin, and place it just above the crossed area.
Tilt it so it leans backward (down), crossing over both segments. |
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Step 3: Take another pin and place it below the crossing point, leaning upward (forward). The two pins will cross, and hold onto the cord quite securely.
The closer the pins are placed to the cord, the tighter the hold will be. |
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| You can use this technique at any place on the loops, not just at the crossing points. It's also a great way to secure loops that have been doubled, so you don't end up with a large number of pins. |
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