two strand stopper knot with tutorial
Based on diagram in “Decorative Knotting” by Peter Owen
The two strand makes a simple lanyard knot in one color as seen in the second from the left zipper pull. It can also be used to go with an already tied knot as seen in the outer examples. It is also attractive when tied in contrasting colors.
http://i.imgur.com/UX7eha8.jpg
Bring right hand cord up in a loop.
http://i.imgur.com/qWZBqf0.jpg
Bring left hand cord up through the loop, around and up through the loop again.
http://i.imgur.com/JGghKqh.jpg
Bring left hand cord down and up through the loop.
http://i.imgur.com/lTZxu75.jpg
Bring right hand cord around and up through the loop.
http://i.imgur.com/1V9sYr6.jpg
Grab the two cords together at each side and slowly pul them apart. You will probably see a separartion like this (top photo). Push the strands together (botttom photo).
http://i.imgur.com/VBSoQ47.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/3DXLvRC.jpg
Do the same on the other side.
http://i.imgur.com/07UR1up.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/oZNwXkR.jpg
Once the strands are in place grab the two blue strands and pull in opposition, repeat for the grey strands.
