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DECORATIVE KNOTTING

3 Continue by always taking the last cord used and making a Half
Hitch in the direction opposite to the previous one.

4 Tighten each hitch as you go, and it will form a pattern similar to
a Three-Strand Braid along its length.

Coxcombings are generally made as protective coverings or over
handles or rails to provide a better grip. Other “whippings” to protect
rope ends are shown in Chapter 12.

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