Solomon's knot

Solomon's knot is a type of crochet stitch that looks like a little loop or knot made out of yarn. Imagine holding a piece of yarn in your hand and tying a knot in it, but instead of pulling the ends all the way through to make a tight knot, you only pull them partway through to create a loop. That's what Solomon's knot looks like!

To make Solomon's knot, you start by making a chain of stitches. Then, you insert your hook into the second chain from the hook and pull up a loop of yarn. But instead of pulling that loop through the existing loop on your hook (like you normally would in crochet), you keep the loop on your hook and insert it into the next chain stitch. From there, you pull up another loop, and then pull that loop through the first loop on your hook to make a knot.

You repeat this process all the way down the chain, making little knots in each chain stitch. When you get to the end, you might have a bunch of little knots lined up next to each other, forming a row that looks like a chain of macrame knots. Or, you might alternate between making knots in one chain stitch and then leaving the next one empty, creating a more lacy and open pattern.

Solomon's knot can be used for all sorts of crochet projects, from scarves and shawls to blankets and even clothing. It's a bit more advanced than some other crochet stitches, so it might take some practice to get the hang of it. But with a little patience and persistence, you'll be creating intricate and unique patterns in no time!