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Attaching a tassel to your shawl

Attaching the Tassel to the Top Corner of your Shawl Use the yarn end from the tassel top and pull it through the loop between the two stitches at the top corner of your shawl. Gently tie a knot to secure the tassel in place - not too tight, just enough to hold it firmly. Then, using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn ends down into the top of the tassel to hide them neatly. Finally, give your tassel a little trim to even out the ends and make it look nice and tidy. Tip : Give it a gentle shake to let the strands fall naturally before trimming. Miss Berry Shawl 🧶🧶  Miss Berry Shawl   pattern click here 🧶🧶

How to make a tassel

Basic Tassel-Making Tutorial  Materials Needed:   Yarn Cardboard, foam board, or a book  Scissors  Tapestry needle or crochet hook (optional)  Step 1: Cut Two Ties  Cut two pieces of yarn, each about 10 inches (25cm) long. Set them aside — you’ll use one now and one later.  Step 2: Prepare the Board   Cut a piece of cardboard (or use a foam board or book) into a rectangle. The length of the board should be twice as long as you want your finished tassel to be.  TIP: When cutting your cardboard template, make it 1–2 inches longer than your desired tassel length. This gives you extra room for trimming the ends neatly at the end, without making your tassel shorter than planned. Step 3: Wrap the Yarn   Start at one end of the cardboard. Wrap your yarn around the board lengthwise, keeping the loops snug but not too tight. Continue wrapping until the bundle reaches your desired fullness — keep in mind the tassel will be twice as thick as the ...