Russian Style: A bead after every 10 knots; completed with a cross and tassel.
2-Ply – This is the thinnest yarn and makes the smallest knots. Each knot is approximately 3/16" in diameter, and the prayer rope is approximately 7.5" long. 2-ply is available in several colors. |
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3-Ply – This is the intermediate size of yarn and comes from Greece. Each knot is approximately 1/4" diameter. The prayer rope is approximately 8.5" long. 3-ply is available only in black. |
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4-Ply – This is the thickest yarn and will make the largest prayer rope. Each knot is approximately 5/16" diameter, and the prayer rope is approximately 9.5" long. 4-ply is available in a variety of colors. |