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STEP 2 Make a Half Hitch (see Chapter 4) with the standing part
around the running end of the Figure Eight.

STEP 3 Finish the knot by tightening.

As you tighten the knot, hold tension on the running end of the Figure

Eight Knot. This will aid in holding the wrap tight while making the
final Half Hitch. The Butcher’s Knot should not be considered a
permanent binding, but you can make it more secure by adding an
Overhand Knot to the running end of the Figure Eight Knot.

CHAINSTITCH LASHING

Chainstitch Lashing holds well on bundles that are awkwardly shaped or
that flex. You can also use it for decorative purposes.