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Basic knots · Lesson 01 of 18

Double Coin Knot

Build a loose, flat knot from overlapping loops. The first demonstration keeps its crossings open so you can see the two rounded sides; the later sequence shows another face of the same form.

双钱结

1:12 demonstration. Pause and repeat each movement at your own pace.

Follow the cord, step by step.

Each image comes from this demonstration. Tap its time to replay the movement.

  1. Step 1: Hold the folded cord — 双钱结

    01. Hold the folded cord

    Fold the cord into an upright loop. Pinch its base while leaving both long ends free.

  2. Step 2: Make the first side loop — 双钱结

    02. Make the first side loop

    Curve one end across the folded cord to make a round loop beside its base. Keep the upper loop open.

  3. Step 3: Add the adjoining loop — 双钱结

    03. Add the adjoining loop

    Continue the curve into a second round loop. Hold the crossings in place instead of tightening them.

  4. Step 4: Lace the loose end back through — 双钱结

    04. Lace the loose end back through

    Bring the loose end back across the open loop arrangement. Match the visible crossings and keep the small openings accessible.

  5. Step 5: Draw the end clear — 双钱结

    05. Draw the end clear

    Pull the threaded end upward and out of the loop arrangement. Spread the cord so the centre remains open.

  6. Step 6: Balance the two rounded sides — 双钱结

    06. Balance the two rounded sides

    Ease slack around the knot until the two side loops sit evenly beneath the upright loop.

Before you move on

  • Two rounded sides surround a small central opening.
  • The crossings remain in the same order while you adjust the loop sizes.
  • Compare the loose structure before tightening; the first demonstration is a layout view.