Page 120 - Eric C. Fry - Knots and Ropework

65 This plait can be made from four separate strands whipped
together or, as shown on two strands, crossed at
right-angles at their centres.
Overhand An overhand (thumb) knot is made on the lower strand
trapping the upper strand, Fig 1. The upper strand is next
Knot Plait, knotted in the same way around the first knot, Fig 2, and
so on, alternately to completion of the requi red length,
Fig 3.
Four This is undoubtedly one of the most simple of plaits but to
maintain a constant, symmetrical pattern every knot must
Stranded left over right all must be maintained so. A variation of
be made in the same direction, ie, if the knots are started
pattern can be made by alternating the left over right/right
over left sequence, but this must be regular and becomes
a matter of practice and choice.