Plafond Knot- Free Macrame Knots Patterns

Summary: In this tutorial for how to make a macrame knot, we will show you the methods of tying a unique Plafond knot. The Plafond knot is an exquisite decorative knot originated from orient.

Plafond knot instructions：

Step1: Fold a long cord strand in half. Tie an overhand knot with two working ends, left end (red) over right;

Tie an overhand knot

Step2: Work three more overhand knots in same directions. Thus, you may get 4 loops;

Work three more overhand knots in same directions

Step3: Take the red working end and pass it through the center of four overhand knots;

take the red working end and pass it through the center of four overhand knots

Step4: Pass down the black working end along same path on the back side;

Pass down the black working end along same path on the back side

Step5: Flip loop 4 upward, secure both ends. And then flip the loop3 upwards in same way;

Flip loop 4 upward, secure both ends

Step6: Tighten all cord segments and this is your Plafond knot!

Plafond knot is finished

Done, the central section of plafond knot results in a square with loops around it, just like a frame. Practically, you can adopt it while making the cell phone accessory or even for a pendant in necklace and bracelet.