Wrap the cord around your fingers or a small ball to make three horizontal loops
Keep the loops parallel and evenly spaced
Wrap the cord around the loops three times vertically
Keep the vertical wraps centered and snug
Turn the work 90 degrees
Wrap the cord around the loops three times horizontally
Keep the wraps tight and aligned
Turn the work 90 degrees again
Wrap the cord around the loops three times vertically in the remaining direction
Pass the working end through the center of the wraps
Insert a small core if desired before tightening
Pull the working end gradually to cinch the knot into a ball
Tighten each wrap evenly
Tuck or secure the end inside the knot
Trim any excess cord if needed