Switchback Strap
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Description: The Switchback
Strap is made by weaving the working end of a
cord back and forth around a long loop.
It's very easy to tie and is a great knot for
kids who are learning the process for tying
decorative knots.
This type of sennit can be used for jewelry
projects, belts, straps for purses, leashes and
collars, and many other Macrame projects.
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I found this design on the Fusion
Knots website
Designs by JD
Lenzen
Click on the link or image to visit
the site.
The video gallery
contains tutorials for many
interesting knotting techniques and
designs.
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Step 1: To practice, cut one
cord at least 45 inches long. Secure one end to
your board.
When making something with the Switchback Strap,
the length of the cord should be at
least 9 times the finished length of the
item you are making. |
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Make a large clockwise
loop. It should be around 5 inches long
if you are practicing.
When using this technique for a
project, the loop should be the size of
the item you wish to make.
The working end should be on the right
when you are through.
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Step 2: Move the
working end to the left,
passing under
the right half of the large loop, and over
the left half.
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Step 3: Move the
working end back to the right,
passing under
the left half of the loop and over
the right half.
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Step 4: Repeat
steps 1 and 2 as many times as
needed to reach the bottom of the loop.
See
important information below:
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Slide the knots up as you progress, so
they are close
together without overlapping.
Tighten the wraps firmly.
Keep the cord as flat as you can,
without twisting.
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When you reach the bottom, pass the end
through the space near the fold of the
loop (under - over).
Pull on both ends to
firm up the knot, so all spaces are
eliminated. The ends can be used to make
other knots, or to form a clasp.
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Here is a
closer view of the weave. |
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Have
any comments about the Switchback Strap? Contact
Me.
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