Useful knots for straw workers

The use of the correct knot will ensure that your work will look tidy.

Tying a bunch of straws together = Clove Hitch

Tying two straws together at right angles = Transom Knot

A knot that will not slip = Ligature Knot

Joining straw threads = Weavers Knot

Clove Hitch Method 1

Clove Hitch Method 2

Transom Knot Method 1

Transom Knot Method 2 (using a Clove Hitch)

Ligature Knot

This knot is sometimes called the Surgeon’s knot but the correct name for this knot is the Ligature knot.

Ligature Knot

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