5 Friendship Bracelet Knots You Should Know
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Friendship bracelets are a craft as old as friendship itself. Mastering a handful of core knots unlocks dozens of patterns.
The Essentials
- Forward knot — the foundation of nearly every pattern.
- Backward knot — the mirror counterpart.
- Forward-backward knot — used in chevrons and arrows.
- Backward-forward knot — completes the diamond family.
- Lark's head knot — for starting the bracelet on a clasp.
Once you can tie these consistently, you can read almost any pattern grid online.
Practice Tips
Keep your tension even and your strands taut. A clipboard or safety pin helps anchor the work while you knot.