Knotty Knitted Necklace Tutorial

I really do love tongue twister titles and alliteration. As expressed in my Sneak-Peek, I had recently become fascinated with decorative knots and wanted to incorporate them into my crafting. The result is a simple, but stylish necklace. The possibilities are up to it's maker. So let's get started!

In Barcelona, with my good luck knot necklace.

Notes:

• This pattern requires very basic and simple crochet, knitting, and knotting techniques.
• It's essentially an i-cord with a crochet "fastener" and knot.
• It doesn't matter how long your DPNs are, but the shorter ones are easier to work with.
• I recommend using a cotton yarn so it won't pill as you’re working the knots.
• 50 grams of yarn could make 2 or more necklaces... one for you and one for a friend!
• Finished size is about 38 inches (about 92 cm).

Gauge: Exact gauge isn't essential, as long as the stitches aren't too loose or too tight.

Abbreviations (US):

• CH - chain
  
• SL ST - slip stitch
  
• SC - single crochet
  
• beg - beginning
  
• DPN - double pointed needle
  
• K - knit

Pattern is divided into parts:

• Crocheting the Fastener
  
• Anchoring the I-cord
  
• Knitting the I-cord
  
• Finishing
  
• Braid Knot Tutorial

I used/You'll need:

• 50g of Cotton Rich by Cascade Yarns, in lemon yellow
• Crochet hook G (4.5mm)
• Two double pointed needles size US 7 (4.5mm)
• Scissors
• yarn needle

Crocheting the Fastener

Make a slip knot and leave a short tail to secure and weave in.

Step 1: CH 10













Step 2: SL ST in first CH to form a ring














Step 3: CH1 and 20 SC into ring

This is what 10SC looks like...











Step 4: Join with SL ST in top of beg CH

Anchoring the I-cord

Here, I marked the stitches that will anchor your i-cord in pen.

Step 5: Pick up a ST through the back loop of first ST.














This is a yarn-over inserted through the 1st stitch.











This is the same stitch being pulled through.














Step 6: Pick up next ST through the back loop.

Knitting the I-cord

Step 7: Switch to DPN.
This photo is exactly like the previous one, but with different needles. It’s easily done by holding down your stitches as you switch.










Step 8: Slide stitches to the right end of the DPN, the yarn will be at the left side of the stitches. And now begin knitting, K3.











This is what 3 stitches on your needle should look like.










Step 9: Do not turn the work, slide the stitches to the other end of the DPN.

Step 10: Pull the working yarn tightly along the back and K3.

Repeat Steps 9 & 10 until the i-cord is 36 inches (92cm).

Finishing

Bind off. Weave in loose ends.

Tie a simple knot at the end of the i-cord.














Your finished product should look something like this!

Braid Knot Tutorial

Though there are plenty of different kinds of knots out there, I decided to do a tutorial for the braid knot. Braids remind me of innocence and sweetness, and are linked with childhood nostalgia. For more knots simply search for them throughout the web; there are plenty of instructive videos and websites.

To start, I like to make sure that my braid knot is centered. You can do this by laying out your necklace, and centering 3 strands to work with. If on the first try, it’s not quite centered don’t worry, just try again. It does take some practice.

1: Start by looping the cord around twice to begin to work with them

2: Now you can begin braiding the cords. It's just like braiding hair.
You'll bring the bottom cord over the center cord, then the top over the new center.
And continue.



3: Continue until you have gone as far as you can go,
and then simply slip the loose end into the last hole.


Finished Product:


Other Knots I've Tried:

This is a chain-stitch knot. It's like crocheting with your fingers.
And this is half of a good luck knot.

Other Ideas:

• Experiment with different knots to see which one best suits your mood, style, or personality.
  
• Keep in mind that some knots won’t be necklace worthy.
  
• Make your i-cord longer for more complicated knots.
• Wear it around your head as a head or hair band – with or without knots.
  

If you have any questions, please don't be afraid to comment or e-mail!
I'd also love to see photos of your creations! I'll post them here with a link!
aromyx[at]gmail.com

Happy Knitting and Knotting!




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Please do not sell items made from this pattern.