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seven-strand sinnets of these produce a slightly thicker edge than others,
Seven-Strand Flat Sinnets start to open the so they may be a good choice where the underlying
possibilities for a greater variety of patterns. With surface is not quite even. The first method makes an
this greater variety there is a difficulty – which of interesting open weave where the pattern can show
them to choose! Here we have offered four varieties off the underlying fabric, or you could use the open
so that you can see some of the possibilities. Some spaces to add another cord or two.

Method 1

1 Start with four strands left and three right. 3 – right outer strand under two and over one to

the left. Repeat Stages 2 and 3 as long as needed.

A nice tight sinnet along
the edges and open in the
centre, as you like it.

Move left outer strand under two and over 1 to
2 the right…