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A rope a bead a knot braiding method

The braiding method of one rope one bead one knot is as follows:

1.Prepare a thread and pull out an ear flap on the left and right side.

2, put the bottom string on the right earwing.

3, the right side of the placed on the top of the line, in order to press each other neighboring ear wing.

4. After pressing all three sides, pass the third earwing through the center of the first line.

5. Tighten the knot and adjust it.

6. Repeat steps 2 and 3, then tighten the knot body.

7. Pull out the earwings and adjust the molding.

Auspicious knot, known as "Huawei" in Tibetan. Originally is a kind of herdsman hanging in the waist of the jewelry, and later gradually evolved into clothing, magic weapons, construction and other aspects of the decorations, and given the meaning of peace, harmony. As it is a coiled pattern without beginning and end composed of ten thousand characters, it is commonly known as: "Ten Thousand Characters Continuously". In religion, it is used to indicate that the Buddha's teachings are carried out in a circular manner and that there are no obstacles to seeking them, marking the fulfillment of the Buddha's wisdom.

"Auspicious" is good, favorable, such as "auspicious people," "great luck". "Xiang" means blessing and goodness. The I Ching says: "Changing clouds are auspicious." It can be seen that the word "auspicious" is a word of praise and congratulations, which represents tranquility, goodness and good fortune.

The ear flaps of the Auspicious Knot are seven, so it is also known as the "Seven Circle Knot".

It is an ancient knot that is considered auspicious. This knot can also be transformed into an auspicious flower with many petals, which is very beautiful.

The Auspicious Knot is an extension of the Cross Knot, and is also one of the ancient decorative knots, which has the meaning of good fortune and auspiciousness. It is one of the more popular knots in Chinese knotting. Weaving method is simple, the knot shape is beautiful, and there are many variations, widely used, when used alone, if hanging heavy objects, the knot shape is easy to deformation, can be added to fix the shaping glue.

Each knot from beginning to end is knitted with a silk thread, and each basic knot is named according to its shape and meaning. Combining different knots with each other or with other ornaments with auspicious patterns, unique, colorful, meaningful and rich in connotation of traditional Chinese auspicious decorative items are formed. Such as "", "", "double happiness", "good luck", "" All the way to a smooth journey" out of the group, are expressed warm and rich good wishes, is to praise as well as to convey the heartfelt and sincere prayers and wishes of the masterpiece.

Chinese knots, combined with modern life, have been developed into a number of products, of which there are two main series: auspicious hangings and knotted clothing. Each series includes many varieties, such as: large wall hangings, indoor hangings, etc.; knitted clothing: rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, belts, classical buckles, etc.

The preparation of Chinese knots is simple. Each basic knot is made from a rope from beginning to end and named according to the shape of the knot. Finally, the different basic knots are combined and matched with ornaments, and then they become handicrafts that are rich in culture, express good wishes, and are exquisite and gorgeous in form. The long history and long cultural precipitation make the Chinese knot contains the unique cultural essence of the Chinese nation. It is not only a display of beautiful form and skillful structure, but also an expression of natural spirituality.

Therefore, the inheritance and development of traditional Chinese knot craft is extremely meaningful.