Translations:AY Honors/Macramé/Answer Key/11/en

Half Hitches

File:Macrame half hitch left.jpg Half hitch with loop to the left	File:Macrame half hitch right.jpg Half hitch with loop to the right
File:Macrame alternating half hitch.jpg Alternating half hitches

Clove Hitches

Clove hitch

File:Knot clove.jpg Use: This knot is the "general utility" hitch for when you need a quick, simple method of fastening a rope around a post, spar or stake (like tying wicks to sticks in Candle Making) or another rope (as in Macramé) How to tie: Make a turn with the rope around the object and over itself. Take a second turn with the rope around the object. Pull the end up under the second turn so it is between the rope and the object. Tighten by pulling on both ends.

Constrictor Knot

File:Constrictor-ABOK-1249.jpg Use: The Constrictor knot is one of the most effective binding knots. Simple and secure, it is a harsh knot which can be difficult or impossible to untie once tightened. It is made similarly to a clove hitch but with one end passed under the other, forming an overhand knot under a riding turn. Because this knot will not slip when tied around a stick, it is an excellent knot for making a rope ladder. How to tie: Make a turn around the object and bring the working end back over the standing part. Continue around behind the object. Pass the working end over the standing part and then under the riding turn and standing part, forming an overhand knot under a riding turn. Be sure the ends emerge between the two turns as shown. Pull firmly on the ends to tighten. WARNING: The Constrictor knot's severe bite, which makes it so effective, can damage or disfigure items it is tied around.

File:Macrame clove hitch left.jpg Clove hitch with loops to the left	File:Macrame clove hitch right.jpg Clove hitch with loops to the right
File:Macrame clove hitch upwards.jpg Clove hitch with loops up
File:Macrame clove hitch horizontal.jpg Clove hitch on a horizontal anchor	File:Macrame clove hitch vertical.jpg Clove hitch on a vertical anchor