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How to Repair a Knotted Chain

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  1. How to Repair a Knotted Chain, How to Repair a Knotted Chain: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Find a flat surface.

    • Remove all clutter from your workspace to ensure you can access the chain easily.

    • The flat surface will provide stability when you begin working through the tangles and will prevent other tangles from forming during the process.

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    • Rest the chain on the surface.

    • Slowly spread the chain out so you can recognize the tangled areas.

    • While spreading the chain on the surface, make sure to do so slowly in order to avoid tightening the tangle.

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    • Unclasp the chain.

    • Separate the strands gently.

    • Opening the clasp will isolate the chain strands, permitting them to slide through the knots easily.

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    • Gently sprinkle baby powder onto the knotted area.

    • Sprinkle the powder until the knot is lightly coated.

    • This is an optional step.

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    • Bring your thumb and index finger into a pinching pose.

    • Put the knot between the thumb and index finger.

    • Carefully and gently lightly rub the knot together.

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    • Insert two toothpicks between the focal point of the knot.

    • Any fine toothpick style tool can work to untangle the knot.

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    • Gently draw the toothpicks from one another to open and release the tight knot.

    • When you get an opening in the knot using the toothpicks, take it apart by pulling each separated strand through the knot to fully open it.

    • Then slowly pull apart the loosened knot to separate the chain strands.

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    • Restore chain back into its original form.

    • Clasp the chain to avoid it from re-tangling.

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    • Wipe the chain with a damp towel or tissue before use.

    • This is an optional step.

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