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– until you have nothing left except a loop of
line that, when pulled, will disappear under the pull the end of the loop to make the cord
5 tightened turns. 6 disappear. Cut off the end of the line.

Here are some alternative finishes using square
knots and Carrick Bends:

Here, we make use of interlocked Carrick Bends as
a covering to one side. I believe this is the first time
this has been done like this.

Here the square knots are made in alternating
pairs, first to the left, then to the right.