What You’ll Need
- Hemp or jute twine. These can be found at your local Wal-Mart or craft store. Embroidery thread will also work, as in the case of friendship bracelets.
- A keyring or pencil to tie your string to while you work on it.
- Scissors
How to Macrame - Make a Larks Head Knot
By Lorain Blanken, About.com
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How to Macrame - Make a Larks Head Knot
A finished lark's head knot will secure your twine.
Macrame is commonly used to make friendship bracelets and hemp jewelry. There are two main knots used in macramé, the ‘larks head knot’ and the ‘square knot’. Once you know how to tie these two simple knots, you are on your way to making beautiful bracelets and necklaces.
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