Star Knot
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Description: The Star Knot is a very interesting combination knot. I listed it with the Celtic knots because of the interwoven elements. It uses two types of modified Lanyard knots, one of which is very unique.
You will need a project board and pins to successfully create this pretty decorative knot. One of the nicest things about it is the fact that you can place a bead or stone in the center, secured with glue. You can make it with slender material and use it as a pendant, or use it as a hair decoration.
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Step 1: To practice the Star Knot, obtain 3 strands of material, each at least 90 inches long. Place 2 of them in an "X" shape, and one horizontally, matching the centers. Secure them to the board. Mentally number them 1 - 6 as shown. |
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Step 2: Create a modified Lanyard Knot, by making sure you pass each end under the previous one, as well as the cord next in line. Make sure you rotate counter-clockwise.
The end of cord 6 will pass into the loop made by cord 1, from below. |
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| Note: This design is also considered a type of Wall Knot. |
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Step 3: Tighten the Lanyard Knot completely, and secure it to the board. Apply pieces of masking tape to the ends, and then re-number the cords 1 thru 6, starting at the lower right, moving clockwise.
I strongly recommend you write the numbers on the tape, to make the next steps easier. |
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Step 4: Make the first clockwise loop with cord 1. Direct the end under the right portion of the loop to make the crossing point.
The cord should come to rest over Cord 6. |
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Step 5: Use Cord 2 to make a clockwise loop, just like you did the one in the previous step. Be sure to pass under to make the crossing point.
Direct the end into the loop made by Cord 1, from below (under-over as shown). |
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Step 6: Repeat the same process with the other cords, using them in the order they were numbered, moving clockwise.
Make sure you pass the end of each strand into the loop from below. Adjust the loops of the Star Knot so they are the same size. |
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Step 7: Take the end of cord 2, and fold it back towards the loop made by that same strand.
You are making a regular Lanyard knot now, so keep track of this loop. Rotate clockwise as you progress. |
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Step 8: Fold cord 3 over cords 2 and 4. Cord 4 passes over cords 3 and 5. Cord 5 passes over cords 4 and 6. Cord 6 passes over cord 5 and 1. The final step is to fold Cord 1 through the loop formed by cord 2 (previous step). |
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Step 9: Mentally number the outer loops as shown. Notice there is a space through the folded areas of the Lanyard knot you just made. The first one is resting between loops 4 and 3. That's where the end will go through.
The arrow shows the path of Cord 4 in the next step. |
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Tip: I found that the best way to double the Star knot was to start with cord 4 at the top. Take the end and bring it around the outside of loop 4, rotating counter-clockwise. Pass it through the space that is indicate in the image above, and direct it down and through loop 2 from the top (over-under).
Remember that each cord was passed through the loop next to it, back in steps 5 and 6. You need to use the same cord to make both loops while you are doubling the knot, so if you didn't label the cords with masking tape, you may need to trace each one back, to make sure you have the right strands.
IMPORTANT: The space each end passes through will be between the loop made by the cord you are working with, and the next loop that lays counter-clockwise to it. If you have trouble finding the space, just locate the crook of the folds, which is the curved portion. Here is a chart you can use to work on this section of the Star Knot: |
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Cord 4 = Space between 4 and 3
Pass through Loop 2
Cord 5 = Space between 5 and 4
Pass through Loop 3
Cord 6 = Space between 6 and 5
Pass through Loop 4
Cord 1 = Space between 1 and 6
Pass through Loop 5
Cord 2 = Space between 2 and 1
Pass through Loop 6
Cord 3 = Space between 3 and 2
Pass through Loop 1 |
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Step 10: Tighten the Star Knot gradually, keeping the outer loops a little looser than the middle section. I found it best to start at the central knot, and follow each strand, removing the slack. It will take a while to get it to the right shape, but the end result is worth it. |
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Just for fun, I placed a round bead in the center, turning the Star Knot into a Daisy.
Gemstones can be placed inside this pretty knot, which forms a frame for the stone. You will need to apply glue to hold the stone in place. |
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