HOW TO MAKE A SLIDING KNOT
A sliding knot, also referred to as an adjustable or barrel knot, is a versatile and practical knot used to create a fastening that can be easily adjusted by pulling on the cords, making it an ideal choice for adjustable necklaces and bracelets.
This knot is formed by wrapping one cord around another multiple times, creating loops, and then passing the end of the wrapping cord back through these loops, allowing the knot to be slid along the other cord to change the length of the jewelry piece.
Sliding knots can be made with various types of cords, including waxed cotton cord, leather cord, waxed polyester cord, nylon cord, suede cord, or elastic cord, providing a clean and hardware-free closure for jewelry.
The adjustability of sliding knots makes them perfect for creating jewelry that can fit a variety of sizes, eliminating the need for metal clasps.
By learning how to tie a sliding knot, you can create adjustable bracelets and necklaces that are both stylish and functional.
This simple yet effective knot is a valuable technique to master for anyone interested in jewelry making.
YOU WILL NEED:
- Your choice of Cord
- Your choice of Beads, Large Hole Beads or Jewelry Making Charms And Pendants for decoration
- A pair of scissors
We have a beautiful and colorful range of beading cords including Waxed Cotton Cord, Leather Cord, Waxed Polyester Cord, Nylon Cord, Suede Cord, and Elastic Cord.
Combine your Sliding Knot Bracelet with our large choice of Glass Beads, Crystal Beads, Large Hole Beads, Gemstone Beads and Metal Beads for interesting and colorful designs.
Perfect for adding to charm bracelets as well as incorporating onto cords and wires for your beading designs and macrame.
CHOOSE YOUR CHARMS OR PENDANTS
Explore our range of beautiful Charms and Pendants for jewelry making in a range of themes from nature, romance to geometric shapes.
Great for adding to necklaces and bracelets.
NOTES BEFORE YOU START:
The length of your cord needs to be around double the finished length of your bracelet or necklace.
Any Beads, Charms or Pendants need to be threaded on the cord BEFORE you tie the knots.
FOLLOW OUR STEP-BY-STEP IMAGES BELOW ON HOW TO CREATE A SLIDING KNOT
STEP 1
Cross the left cord over the right cord.
STEP 2
Thread the left cord around and under, so that it is coming back towards you.
STEP 3
Thread the cord back over the top to create a loop.
STEP 4
Repeat this process to create two loops - try to ensure that your second loop is to the left of your first loop.
STEP 5
Thread the end of the cord through the loops.
STEP 6
Pull the cord so the loops close tight.
STEP 7
Repeat this process with the other end of the cord.
STEP 8
Cut off any excess cord as close to the knot as possible with your scissors.
Your sliding knots are now finished.
Pull on the knots and adjust the cords to make your design larger or smaller.