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Pocket Guide to Knots & Splices

different six-strand sennits to choose
from to make a start. Do not be

daunted by its complexity, but look on
it as a series of simple moves in a
symmetrical pattern. Each layer of the

knot needs to be worked into a fair
shape as you go. Do not work it fully

tight until the whole knot is finished. It
is a great help to start with each strand

being a differing color. Have courage,
take it slowly, it is possible! When the
knot is complete, the ends can be

unlayed to make a tassel, or you could
carry on with more sennit.

Alternatively, you can finish the
star by tucking the ends back on
themselves, either into the knot or by

making a double crown.

1 Start with six strands either bound
together or in a six-strand sennit (in this
case a three + three-strand crown sennit).

2 Make a series of interlinked loops. These
will form the points of the star.
3 Crown the strands in a clockwise

direction, keep everything fairly tight and
neat.

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