Tying
The diamond knot begins as a Carrick bend with the ends exiting diagonally opposite each other. When the steps below are completed the knot is rearranged and tightened so that the ends emerge from the knot parallel and opposite their own standing part. A chineese button knot is often tied in a very similar manner, but without leaving a loop at the end.
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Carrick bend start
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Working ends passed over each other's standing parts
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The ends are passed up through the center of the carrick bend from below.
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