The Colonial Knot looks pretty much like the French Knot but has a higher profile, which means, it looks more prominent. Also, while we wrap around twice in the same direction for the French Knot, we wrap around in an ‘8’ shape to make the Colonial Knot. To do this stitch, the awareness of the French Knot is good. This will help us to be clear about the difference between both. In my experience, I have found the Colonial Knot much enjoyable to do. The trick is in understanding and getting your hands used to using the needle to guide the thread to do the first half of the wrap.