| Triple-Connection Sliding Knot |
From "DIY Crafts"
episode DIC-236 |
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Out of the many Chinese knots that can be created, the triple-connection knot is one of the easiest to learn.
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Knotting artist Yvonne Chang demonstrates a technique for creating a Chinese sliding knot that can be used as a necklace fastener. Materials: Satin cord (1.5 - 3 mm in width, depending upon project)
Cigarette lighter or candle and a spoon
- Leaving about 12" of free cord on either end of knots or beads, hold cord next to index finger with 6" of cord hanging free beyond fingertip.
- Place cord from other end of the necklace next to the first cord, with tips close to thumb.
- Wrap cord loosely around finger twice, proceeding right to left.
- Next, slip end of cord through the wrapped coil, remove finger and pull snugly.
- Rotate necklace 180 degrees, and repeat process for other side.
- Slide knots away from each other to tighten opening, or pull toward toward each other to enlarge opening.
- Trim end of cord close to knot.
- Finally, carefully hold the end of cord close to flame to singe it -- without burning or igniting the end. Press spoon against bubble to set it.
Tips: - Use fusible nylon cords. Silk or cotton cords are not suitable; neither are thin and soft twines. Macrame cords can be substituted, however.
- Satin cord should be placed very close to flame without actually making contact with it. This provides a nice finish without burns.
RESOURCES :
Chinese Knotting
Model: 9575880145
Author: Lydia Chen
(July, 2003)
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Tuttle Publishing
Boston, MA 02109
Phone: 617-951-4080
Fax: 617-951-4045
Website: www.tuttlepublishing.com
GUESTS :
Yvonne Chang
3625 Shoreheights Dr.
Mailbu, CA 90265
Phone: (310) 454-3621
Email: changyh@ix.netcom.com
Website: knottingartist.com
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