Tree of Life |
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Description: The Tree of Life is a popular Celtic symbol that represents strength, longevity, and wisdom. But this decorative knot is usually created on paper, not with cord. In Macrame, it can be used as a pendant for a necklace.
Click on the small images below to see larger ones, which come up in a new window. |
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I found this interesting knot in J. D. Lenzen's new book "Decorative Fusion Knots".
Click on the link or image if you would like to see his other innovative Fusion knots, which are a combination of different knotting elements and techniques. |
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Step 1: Make a counter-clockwise loop in the center of a 60-inch cord. The working end should pass over the standing end to make the crossing point. |
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Step 2: Create the second counter-clockwise loop, positioning it to the right of the first. The working end should be resting to the left of the standing end when you are finished. |
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Step 3: Move the standing end, so it crosses over the working end (left over right). |
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Step 4: Flip the knot over, so the crossed ends are at the top, and the loops at the bottom. |
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Step 5: Take the end that is now on the right, and bring it straight down, passing over Loop 2.
Bring it around in a clockwise circle, and pass it through Loop 2, under - over - under the three segments. Mentally label this Loop 3. |
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Step 6: Now take the end on the left, and bring it straight down, passing under Loop 1. |
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Step 7: Take the left end and pass it through Loop 3 from above (over - under). This connects the two bottom loops in the Tree of Life.
Direct it through Loop 1, passing over - under - over the three segments. This creates Loop 4. |
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Step 8: To make the bottom of the Celtic Tree of Life, pass the right end through loops 3 and 4 horizontally (right to left). Pass under the segments on the left and right, and over the area where the two loops cross in the center. |
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| Take note of the pink star at the bottom. That area needs to be widened before you complete the next step. Just pull those two segments sideways, so they are about an inch apart. |
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Step 9: Start by passing the left end under the right end. Then alternate over and under the six segments near the bottom of the Tree of Life design. The over - under sequence is marked in green. |
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Step 10: Stretch the cord so Loops 1 and 2 are moved upward, and there is space between the bottom and top areas.
Then start at one end and remove the slack as you go through the entire knot. The ends need to be at the bottom as shown. |
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