How to Tie Knots for Jewelry - Knot Tying Instructions

Learn how to tie knots - beading knots and decorative knots - for jewelry making with step by step illustrated knot tying tutorials.

Types of Knots for Jewelry

There are many types of knots for making jewelry. Knots used to make knotted jewelry can be functional and/or decorative.

These knot tying instructions are for a variety of knots. I will post more instructions as we explore knotting as a way to make jewelry.

First, learn how to make the knot. Then, use the knot for making bead jewelry.

Basic Knots for Jewelry Making

How to Tie a Lark's Head Knot

Learn how to tie a larks head knot and then make a necklace using a go-go style pendant bead.

How to Tie an Overhand Knot

This is a very basic beading knot that you will use time and again. Learn how to tie an overhand knot and then use it to knot a pearl necklace.

How to Tie a Surgeon's Knot

Learn how to knot stretch cord using a surgeon's knot. A surgeon's knot plus a little Hypo Cement® glue makes a very secure hold for stretch bracelets.

Decorative Knots for Jewelry Making

How to Tie a Figure Eight Knot (Figure 8 Knot)

Learn how to tie a figure eight knot and then use it to make a leather figure 8 knot bracelet.

How to Tie a Love Knot

Learn how to tie a love knot and then use it to make a wire love knot necklace.

Learning to tie knots will prove a useful jewelry making technique to broaden your jewelry making skills.

Use knots and your imagination to make some really unique knotted beaded jewelry!

Wanda

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