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Knowing how to tie a slip knot is essential to many different yarn crafts including knitting, crochet, and weaving. Even I had a little trouble trying to figure out how to tie a slip knot at first. It took me quite a few attempts to get it right. Then you have the trouble of remembering how to do it again when you start a new project.
What a pain in the behind!
That’s why I have decided to include instructions in most all of our weaving pattern books and this post. Please Pin/save this post for later when you want to start another project. Trust me, it’ll come in handy.
Tying a Slip Knot
A slip knot can be very tricky, but you can do it. I’ve provided you with an easy step by step guide with pictures below to help you with the process.
Step 1: Start by finding the yarn you want to start your project with and find an end. I prefer to work with the ‘wrong’ end or the end that unravels around the skein of yarn. Other’s prefer working with the end that pulls from the center of the skein. Start with whichever end you are comfortable with.
I chose to work with Caron’s Simply Soft White for this demonstration.
Step 2: Pull enough string out for fringe or enough to make you feel comfortable that is long enough for you to handle. You don’t want it super long, just a comfortable amount of string. Approximately 12-16 inches will work nicely.
Step 3: Lay your string on a flat surface. Pick up the yarn closest to the skein and make a loop over near the end of your yarn.
Step 4: Still holding the yarn closet to the skein, go under the loop you just made.
Step 5: Keep holding the yarn and with your other hand pull the end of your yarn until the slip knot forms.
Step 6: Now you can pull the end closets to the skein to tighten the knot or unravel the knot. This is when you place your loop over the first nail on the loom and tighten. Or put it on your knitting needle/crochet hook and begin your project.
Let the Projects Begin
Now that you know how to tie a slip knot, you’re ready to get started with all sorts of projects! It’s like the gateway drug to playing with yarn. Just one simple skill opens the door, and you’re off!
I hope this helps you! And I’d love to see some projects you’ve made in the comments below. Or if you’re having trouble coming up with something and you have one of Stone Mountain’s Continuous Strand Looms, go check out my patterns to help get you started!
Can’t wait to see what you come up with.
~Ashli