Josephine Knot
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Description:
The Josephine Knot is an ancient design that has been around
for more than two thousand years. It’s believed to have
originated in the Orient, but was named after the Empress
Josephine. In China, it’s called the Double Coin Knot.
You can make a very pretty bracelet or necklace using this
decorative knot. You can also put it into the body of many
patterns. This Celtic Knot was used along with the Sailors Knot to make a Leather Bracelet, as shown in the images at the bottom of the page.
You can click on the small images and larger ones will come up, showing you the details. |
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Step 1:
To practice, obtain a single length of cord, at least 12 inches long. Secure one end to your board, on the left, which is called the standing end. Move over about 2 inches, and make a clockwise loop. The working end should pass over the standing end, and be ascending (upward) when you are finished. |
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Step 2: Bring the working end down, descending across the center of the first loop. This creates the second loop. If you wish, you can secure both loops now. |
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Step 3: Bring the working end under the secured end, heading back up to the top of the Josephine knot. |
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Step 4: Fold the working end as shown, forming a "bight". Hold onto it tightly as you complete the next step. |
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Step 5: Weave the folded portion through the two loops. Pass over the left portion of loop 2, under the upper portion of loop 1, over the right portion of loop 2, and under the crook of loop 1. As you can see, the bight should be directed on an angle. |
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Step 6: Remove the fold by pulling on the working end, so it passes out of the knot, on the right side. Tighten the Josephine knot by adjusting all three loops as needed. |
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Note that the Josephine and Sailor Knots are very similar in appearance. |
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You can combine the two knots to create belts, jewelry and other Macrame items. |
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