As the existed record, a half hitch knot is a knot that tied with one cord end for fixing the cord around an object securely. The following diagrams and word explanations will illustrate the usual method of tying a half hitch knot.

1. How to tie a half hitch knot?

Step1: make a loop around the object you want to attach;

Step2: make a half knot by the end;

Step3: tighten the cord.

Some extended applications of basic half hitch knots in jewelry making plans

Pattern 1: How to tie an Alternating Half Hitch Knot

Step1: take two strands of cord and fix them onto the desk with a clip; make the left gray cord be filler at first and tie a half hitch knot with another cord;

Step2: switch the cords’ roles to tie another half hitch knot;

Step3: repeat the processes and you may get the pattern in diagram show.

Pattern 2: How to tie a half hitch knot with 3 strands

Step1: vertically place three strands onto the desk with a clip;

Step2: regard the center strand as core strand and you can begin to make half hitch knots alternatively by using the two other strands.

Step3: continue the same processes and you will get your new pattern.

Pattern 3: another half hitch knots design by 3 cord strands (2-by-2)

In this pattern, most processed can simply refer to those in pattern 2; the only point differ is you may need to tie two half hitch knots once using the same working cord.

Pattern 4: an advanced pattern with 4 cord strands

This 4-strands pattern may make a difference for those who are eager to create some vintage jewelry pieces.

Step1: vertically secure four cord strands on desk;

Step2: take the two outer working cords and tie a half hitch knot onto adjoining core cord;

Step3: continue using the two working cords to tie half hitch knots, but pay attention that here you need to regard the both 2 center cords as the core portion;

Step4: repeat the above 2 steps and stop until get your ideal length.

2.How to tie a square knot?

How to tie a square knot in Macrame-the most commonly used knot while making a string bracelet; the whole guide may include how to tie a square knot basically and in addition its practical application in bracelet making projects.

Commonly, the square knot can also be called reef knot. It is said that since we put on our first shoes, we have learned how to tie a square knot. Though some of you may doubt that the fact is we now used to making a bow, the underlying knot is a square knot (reef knot). However, for most jewelry making fans, tie a square knot is one of the must-learn course.

Plan 1: how to tie a square knot basically

Step1: take two strands of cord;

Step2: cross them (red over blue in the diagram);

Step3: lead the red cord wrap around the blue one to form a half knot;

Step4: cross the two once again (entirely as same as you did in step2 & step3);

Step5: pull the cords tightly and you have done a square knot (reef knot).

Plan 2: bracelet with square knot (reef knot)

Step1: to practice a bracelet making project, you may need to get about four strands of cords: two working as fillers and other two strands tying square knots. Firstly, direct the left cord over both filler cords;

Step2: lead the right cord over the left one then and pass it under both two filler cords; next, out the right cord through the loop on left side;

Step3: tighten the cord; and continue curve the cord on right side over two filler cords;

Step4: pick up the left side cord and pass it over the right cord, then under the filler cords and out from the right loop. At last, tighten the cords.

Tips: here, in plan 2, we usually call it a left facing square knot. And by changing the roles of left cord and right cord, you can get another right facing square knot. We also named it the reverse knot.

Plan 3: tie an extra square knot pattern

The interesting pattern is made by switching the role of two filler cords and working cords. Just be careful that leave enough space between each knot group.

That’s all for today’s how to tie a square knot project. Sincerely hope that can do some favor to your bracelet making projects. 

So far, most of the fundamental usage for the half hitch knots has been included here. I promise each will give your sennit unique design. For more progressive patterns on how to tie a half hitch knot and how to tie a square knot, just stayed turned!