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Using the Double Half Hitch to Mount Cords

This page contains macramé instructions for using the double half hitch to mount cords on a dowel or on another cord.

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You will need to know how to make a double half hitch in order to follow the instructions below. Mounting cords with a double half hitch may seem difficult to learn at first, but with practice it will become easier. And there are many variations on this technique of mounting cords which will enable you to create interesting effects. At some future time I plan to show you some of these variations.

Place the center of your cord behind the dowel or holding cord.
Using the dowel as your knot bearer, make a double half hitch.

Make a double half hitch onto your knot bearer using the other half of the cord.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS-INTRODUCTION
MACRAME CORD LENGTH TIPS
HALF KNOT & SQUARE KNOT
DOUBLE HALF HITCH
OVERHAND KNOT
LARK'S HEAD (TO MOUNT CORDS)
MOUNTING CORDS USING A DOUBLE HALF HITCH
VARIATIONS 1 - HALF AND SQUARE KNOT
VARIATIONS 2 - ALTERNATING SQUARE KNOTS
VARIATIONS 3 - SQUARE KNOT USING PICOTS
VARIATIONS 4 - SQUARE KNOTS VARYING YOUR CORE AND KNOTTING CORDS
VARIATIONS 5 - DOUBLE HALF HITCH DIAMOND
VARIATIONS 6 - DIAMOND FILLERS 1
VARIATIONS 7 - DIAMOND FILLERS 2
VARIATIONS 8 - USING COLOR WITH SQUARE KNOTS
VARIATIONS 9 - SQUARE KNOTS WITH BEADS
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FAQ
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FAQ

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This page updated December 18, 2004