Double Buttonhole Stitch

Description: The Double Buttonhole Stitch is a variation of the Vertical Larks Head Knot. It forms two separate chains that can be used to make a clasp. In the early days of Macrame, the Larks Head was called the Buttonhole Knot. It was named that because this decorative knot was used in patterns that call for buttons, such as vests. This Vintage Macrame knot can be used as a clasp for necklaces, bracelets, and handbags, as well as for clothing.

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Step 1: Secure four strands of material, 10 inches from one end, to your project board or work surface. Mentally number them 1 - 4, moving left to right.

Step 2: Tie a series of Vertical Larks Head knots using working cord 4, onto holding cord 3.

Pass the working cord over, under, and through the space for the first half of the knot. For the second half, the strand goes under, then over and through. Make a total of 5 knots.

Step 4: To make the buttonhole, tie a Square Knot just above and below the two sennits you just made.

You’ll have an opening between the right and left chains, suitable for a button to go through.

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