... while looking for something else, I found Chinese Knots for Beaded Jewellery, (sic) a book I had nearly forgotten I owned. It contains instructions for a bunch of decorative knots. The diagrams are extremely easy to read, and once my fingers got the hang of what they were doing, I found even the more complicated knots are easier than they look, as long as I pay attention.
The red knot was the most fun to tie. The little blue one... well, it looks like the picture in the book, but I am still not quite sure how exactly that one works! The 2 colored one on the right was only a little more difficult because it involved working with more ends. It's my favorite so far.
I practiced using some of my not-so-favorite dominoes. Now I wish I had been brave enough to use my favorites. I really like this look. If I can find a source of nice rattail cord that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, I am going to play around with this some more.
Once I get dinner started, I will be eager to try a few more new knots!
5 comments:
These are FANTASTIC! The knots just give the necklaces a whole new dimension. The beads are a great added touch too. The red one is my favorite. These look like fancy jewelry now! Try Fire Mountain Gems for rattail - that's where I got mine and I think the price was pretty decent.
P.S. You have some great stamps!
Ok, I love the domino necklaces...great knots...great idea.
Love the latest paper doll too.
You a one busy lady
Auntie Linda
Oh I love these Judi! The knots are a great added attraction too. I want to make some now, wonder if the grandkids have any dominoes laying around I coud swipe, ha ha!!
Very cool, Judi! The fancy knots really set them off.
Linda F from FL
Beautiful! I thought of you yesterday because I came across a book of Chinese Knotting! I told you privately already, but I'll say it again, these are absolutely lovely! Each one has been made unique by the addition of the beautifully knotted cording!
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