The Vintage Macrame Snowflake Design
Step 1: Cut 12 cords, each at least 36 inches long. Secure them to a project board with pins.Mentally number the cords 1 - 12.
Tie a LEFT SK with cords 5 - 8.
Step 2: Use cords 3 - 6 to tie a LEFT SK.Use cords 7 - 10 to make a RIGHT SK.
Step 3: Tie a LEFT SK with cords 1 - 4.Tie a RIGHT SK with cords 9 - 12.
Step 4: The Snowflake design features a LEFT SK in the center, which is thicker than the others.Use working cords 4 and 9 to tie another SK around cords 5 - 8, which are the fillers.
Tighten the knot so the top edge of it lines up with the Square knots from step 3.
Step 5: Tie a LEFT SK with cords 1 - 4.Tie a RIGHT SK with cords 9 - 12.
(This is the same as step 3)
Step 6: Use cords 3 - 6 to tie a LEFT SK.Use 7 - 10 to tie a RIGHT SK.
(This is the same as step 2).
Step 7: To complete the Snowflake design, use cords 5 - 8 to make a LEFT SK.(This is the same as step 1).
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Description
The Snowflake design is made with Square Knots (SK) that are arranged to form a rounded diamond shape. There is a thick Square knot in the center.
This pattern is a vintage technique, seen in older patterns written in the early to mid-1900s.
It can be found in plant hangers, curtains, wall hangings, and more.No comments
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