In general, the larks head knot can also be called Cow Hitch. It is the most common used knots in jewelry making projects. Most of the time, you may adopt this knot tying technique while making own jewelry pieces, but seldom understand its real name. In this article, I will show you how to tie a larks head knot and list some regular pattern as well.

How to tie a larks head knot?

Step1: prepare one or more cord strands as the center holding cords; and then fold another cord and put the end nearby folded portion under your holding cords;

Step2: pass the ends through the loop;

Step3: pull tightly the two ends evenly.

What’s more, if you want tie a reverse one, place the folded tip over the holding cords instead of putting it below. After change the way you place it, you will get your reverse larks head knot.

Next, some frequently used patterns weaving method for your reference

Pattern 1: Nestled Mount

Directions:

Step1: take a strand and tie a larks head knot according to previous steps;

Step2: take another cord and fold it to tie another larks head knot. Be sure that after tighten the cords the ends stay beside two sides of first knot;

Pattern 2: Alternating larks head knot sennit with 2 cord strands

Directions:

step1: secure two cords onto flat desk and then you can start to tie the larks head knot; here, one larks head knot can be divided into two parts.

Step2: working with the other cord;

Step3: repeat over and over and finally you may get a cured sennit.

Pattern 3: Alternating larks head knot sennit with 3 cord strands

Almost similar to the pattern 2, only add an extra holding cord and you will get a straight sennit. For the same detailed processes, please refer to the pattern 2. 

Pattern 4: Alternating larks head knot sennit with eight cord strands

Directions:

Step1: prepare 8 strands or four long one folded in half; except the two center holding cords, other are all working cords (see ①-⑧in the picture show);

Step2: tie two larks head knots with the cord 6 onto both holding cords;

Step3: pick up the cord 3 and repeat the same processes as did with cord 6;

Step4: repeat the same processes with cord 7 and cord 2 in turns. Be sure they are passing below the cord 6 and 3;

Step5: continue tie tying actions with cord 8 and 1;

Step6: back to the step2 and start making another knots group again.

Tips: while processing this knots pattern, ensure each new working cords pass under the previous ones.

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