Rattlesnake Bar |
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| Description: The Rattlesnake Bar is a very unique decorative knot that is perfect for key rings. If made with flexible material, it's suitable for bracelets, purse straps, and belts. This knot features three segments, which look remarkably like a rattlesnake's tail. It's a thick, sturdy design that will hold up for a long time, particularly if made with nylon Paracord, as in the images shown. |
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I found the Rattlesnake Bar on the website called Fusion Knots, by JD Lenzen.
Click on this image of his new book, and you will be sent to his website. Take a look through his knot gallery to find a large variety of very unique combination and historical knots. |
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| Determine how long you want the knot to be when it's finished. Cut one cord 8 times that size. |
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Step 1: Form a loop near the right end, which should cross over the left at the top. Make the loop the size you want the knot to end up. You can add the hook if making a key ring. |
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| The right portion of the cord should be the same size as the loop. It's resting on the left in this image. The left portion needs to be much longer, since it's the working end. |
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Step 2: Bring the right end down, passing under the left portion of the cord. It should rest to the right of the loop.
Mentally number the three areas, with the right end labeled #3. |
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Step 3: You will use the long end (left) to make the horizontal coils. Start on the right and move towards the left side of the knot.
Direct it under the right end (3), and under the right side of the loop (2). |
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Step 4: Circle the working end completely around segment 2, passing under it as you bring it to the left.
Pass over segment 1 on the far left. |
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Step 5: Now you bring the working end back towards the right. Pass under segments 1 and 2, and over segment 3 (right end).
Repeat steps 3 - 5 over and over to complete the sennit. Push the coils close together as you progress. |
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The top and bottom of the Rattlesnake Bar |
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| Step 6: Trim the ends to 1-inch and use tweezers to work them under the knots. If using Paracord, heat the tips to secure. For other materials, use glue to hold the ends in place. |
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