Sailors Knot
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Description:
The Sailors Knot is also called the Carrick Bend.
It's considered a variation of the Josephine knot, but you use two cords to create two loops, rather than three.
This decorative knot is a great technique
to use when making jewelry projects, particularly with leather, which helps hold the knot's shape. You can also use it to link 2 cords together, or as a mounting knot.
Below the main instructions I have also shown you two other ways to use it; in a sennit (chain), and with an alternating design.
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| Step 1: You need 2 cords to practice with,
each at least 36 inches long. Using two colors really helps while you are learning. |
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Secure both cords to your board. Rotate the cord on the left counter-clockwise to make a loop.
Make sure the working end passes under the secured end to make the crossing point. |
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2: Direct the cord on the right over the first loop, and under the working end of the first cord.
Bring it over the secured end (at the top), as you rotate it clockwise. |
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Step 3: Weave the working end of the second cord through the first loop, by passing it under - over - under the three segments. |
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Step 4: Tighten the Sailors Knot by pulling on the ends. |
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Sennit |
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There are two types of patterns that can be tied with this decorative knot.
The first is a sennit, which is tying the knot over and over, in a vertical design.
Something like this can be used as a bracelet, a belt, or a strap. |
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Step 1: Tie the first Sailors Knot following the instructions above, close to one end of the cords. Secure it to your board. The working cords will be the long ends, at the bottom.
Make a counter-clockwise loop with the working cord on the left (Black). Make sure the end goes under to make the crossing point. |
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Step 2: Take the working cord on the right (Green), and bring it across the loop (over).
Pass it under the working end of the first cord.
It needs to pass over the segment of the first cord coming from the knot above. |
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Step 3: Weave the end through the three segments of the loop, under - over - under.
Tighten the second knot, and repeat the process. |
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Alternating Pattern |
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| The other way the Sailors Knot can be used is in an Alternating pattern, similar to Square Knots. Start by securing 3 folded cords to your board. |
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Step 1: Mentally number the cords, moving from left to right.
Make the knots using cords 1 - 2, 3 - 4, and 5 - 6. |
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Step 2: For the second row, alternate the cords. The first knot is made with cords 2 - 3. The following one is tied with cords 4 - 5. |
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Step 5: Repeat the steps above to make additional rows. |
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