Knots Used: 

Overhand knot, square knot, alternating square knot, alternating half stitch, and half twist.

 

Since everyone's necks, arms and ankles are different sizes and we all do not tie knots with the same tension, you may need to change the length of your piece.  Once you have tied the amount of knots stated in the instructions, measure the piece against your neck, wrist or ankle.  Add as many more of the last type of knots as needed before adding the closure bead.

 

Fold each cord in half and place the folded ends together to form a loop.  Tie all cords together with an overhand knot, leaving a loop just large enough for the closure bead to go through.  Begin tying the knots just below the overhand knot.

 

To end your piece, slide all of the cords through the bead.  If all cords will not fit, tie the last knot very tight and cut off one or two of the filler cords and slide the remaining cords through the bead.  Tie an overhand knot right after the bead to hold it tightly against the last knots.  Cut off the cords 1/2" from the overhand knot and leave as fringe. 

 

All square knots are tied with 2 filler cords and a right and left tying cord unless otherwise indicated in the pattern directions.  The tying cords are the 2 longer cords.  Beads are added on the 2 filler cords.

 

Anklets: 

Anklets are made using the same design and instructions as the bracelet.  Add 1" of extra knots at the beginning and the end to fit your ankle.

 

Tips: 

It can be easier to work on your jewelry piece if you either tape the loop down to your work surface or pin it down to a board.