Chinese knot is an ancient handicraft with rich cultural connotation and artistic value. As one of the representatives of China's traditional culture, the history of Chinese knots can be traced back to the Three Kingdoms period, and it has a history of nearly 2,000 years. Chinese knot wire is an important material for making Chinese knots, which is the product of the perfect combination of traditional culture and modern science and technology. This paper will introduce the manufacturing methods, types and applications of Chinese knot wires.

First, the production method of Chinese knot wire

There are two main methods to make Chinese knot wires: manual production and machine production.

hand-made

Handmade Chinese knot wires need tools such as silk thread, crochet and scissors. First, the silk thread is wound on the crochet needle, then the crochet needle is inserted into a fixed position, and the silk thread is wound into a ring by hand, and then the crochet needle is inserted into the center of the ring and wound outward from the center of the ring until it reaches the edge of the ring. Then, insert the crochet needle into the next position of the loop and repeat the above steps until the loop is completely wound. Finally, insert the crochet needle into the center of the loop, tie the silk thread, and cut off the excess thread.

Machine making

Machines need tools such as fine threads and machines to make Chinese knot wires. First, put the filament into the machine, and wind the filament into a ring through the automatic operation of the machine, then adjust the machine to the next position, and repeat the above steps until the whole ring is wound. Finally, stop the machine, tie the thin thread and cut off the excess thread.

Second, the types of Chinese knot wires

There are many kinds of Chinese knot wires, which can be divided into the following according to different materials and uses:

1. Cotton thread

Cotton thread is the most common Chinese knot wire, which is soft, durable and brightly colored, and is suitable for making Chinese knots in various colors.

2. Nylon thread

Nylon thread is a kind of material with high strength and good flexibility, which is suitable for making large Chinese knots.

3. Metal wire

Metal wire is a kind of wire with metallic luster, which can make Chinese knots with metallic texture.

Step 4: Silk thread

Silk thread is a kind of wire with soft texture, high gloss and delicate feel, which is suitable for making high-grade Chinese knots.

5. twine

Hemp thread is a kind of natural wire with natural hemp texture and roughness, which is suitable for making Chinese knots with pastoral style.

Third, the application of Chinese knot wire

Chinese knot wire can be used not only to make traditional Chinese knots, but also to make various handicrafts, decorations and clothes. The following are some common applications:

1. Make Chinese knots

Chinese knot wire is an essential material for making Chinese knots, which can be made into Chinese knots in various colors, shapes and sizes, and used for decorating clothes and ornaments.

Step 2 make handicrafts

Chinese knot wires can be used to make various handicrafts, such as bracelets, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, etc. Different wires can be selected according to different needs and styles.

Step 3 make decorations

Chinese knot wires can be used to make various decorations, such as pendants, mobile phone chains, key chains, etc. Different wires can be selected according to different occasions and needs.

Step 4 make clothes

Chinese knot wire can be used to make all kinds of clothes, such as cheongsam, Hanfu, ancient costume, etc. Different wire can be selected according to different styles and materials.