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Fun with chinese Knotting-(Berkeiey)

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Ling Hua Knot

This knot resembles a flower called ling huathat is frequently depicted on

ancient artifacts. It is basically a variation of the pan changknot (page 64),

and is akin to two prosperity knots (page 99) joined together. Using this

technique, but varying the length and width of the “ladders” around the

border, gives rise to a serrated, square or circular ling huaknot. Further vari-

ations can be created by increasing or decreasing the number of “ladders”

around the border.

Tying

Use the tying technique of the prosperity knot to tie the top part of this knot,

then use the same technique to complete the bottom half. During the tying

process, the width of the “ladders” can be adjusted to form a squarer or more

circular knot, and hence a taller or shorter knot. The outer loops can be

lengthened and twisted to form other designs.

Tip

• During the tightening process, pull the cord slowly and evenly on all sides
  to avoid distorting the shape.

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