Chinese knotting

Chiński węzeł

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1.Every two people work as a group.

2. Cut the strings about 70cm, and then fasten one end of them together

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History

Chinese knotting is a

decorative handicraft art

that began as a form of

Chinese folk art in the Tang

and Song Dynasty (960-

1279 AD) in China.

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Archaeological studies indicate that the art of tying knots dates back to prehistoric times. Recent discoveries include 100,000-year old bone needles used for sewing and bodkins, which were used to untie knots.

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The phenomenon of knot tying continued to steadily evolve over the course of thousands of years with the development of more sophisticated techniques and increasingly intricate woven patterns. During the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911) knotting finally broke from its pure folklore status, becoming an acceptable art form in Chinese society and reached the pinnacle of its success.

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Lydia Chen lists 11 basic types of Chinese decorative knotwork in her first book. More complex knots are then constructed from repeating or combining basic knots.

——Chen, Lydia. [2003] (2003). Chinese Knotting: Creative Designs that are Easy and Fun. Tuttle Publishing.

Start with basics

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Types of basic knots

Cloverleaf Knot

Round Brocade Knot

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Chinese Button Knot

Double Connection Knot

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Plafond Knot

Double Coin Knot

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Good Luck Knot

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