French Knots in Silk Ribbon SRE

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 This is executed the same way as if you were using thread.
But for those who have never tried, here it is with some photos
to help you.


 Photo 1: Take the ribbon as shown and wrap it around 

the needle  usually between 1 and 3 times. Depending 

on how large  you want the knot to be.

Photo 2: Hold the ribbon coming from the needle, 

so the wrap does not loosen off .

Take the needle down next to where the ribbon 

came through the fabric.

Photo 3: Put your finger over the ribbon and as you 

are pulling the needle through, let it slide over your

 finger. Because it will curl slightly, it is very easy

 at this stage for it to knot.

This allows you to keep a close eye on the ribbon as

 you are pulling.

Ribbons knotting at this stage is not good, and 

troublesome to undo. Practice will make perfect.








 

A closer look at the knot when completed should have 

a centre opening where the needle has pulled through.

You are able to give this a firm pull at the end. If you 

have not taken the ribbon through the same hole 

at start and finish, it will not pull through.

The stitch is ideal for the centres of a flower if you  do not

 wish to use beads. Also to work full flowers or as a

 fill in decoration.


The Lilacs are made from French Knots with Green Cotton 

Lazy Daisy Stitches / French Knots.

These are just French Knots in cream 4 mm Silk Ribbon 

to fill in the spaces.

Hope this gives you some inspiration for this very handy stitch.



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