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MAKING HITCHES

Cow Hitch
Also called the Lark’s Head, the Cow Hitch is used in decorative work.
It is only considered secure if the tension is on both ends.

1 Start by making a double crossing turn over an object.

2 Finish like a regular Bowline—bring the running end down over the
top and tuck it to exit parallel to the standing part.

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