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How to Make an Infinity Symbol

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The infinity symbol is drawn as a horizontal number eight, or an hourglass turned on its side. The infinity symbol is used in mathematics, in mythology and to express notions of endless love. Drawing an infinity symbol by hand is not difficult, though if you want to create an elaborate infinity symbol you may need more artistic ability. You can also create infinity symbols on your computer using simple symbol codes.

Things You'll Need:

  • Paper
  • Symbol Codes For Mac And Pc
  • Pencil Or Pen

Draw an infinity symbol using pen and paper. You can begin by drawing the number eight and then turning the paper horizontal. Alternatively, draw a horizontal figure eight on a vertical piece of paper.

Insert the infinity symbol into a Word document. When using a Mac, hold the option key and the number five simultaneously. On a PC, hold the ALT key and type 0236 on your keyboard's numeric keypad. In both cases, the infinity symbol will appear wherever you place your cursor.

Enhance an infinity symbol by adding additional art to it. A snake biting its own tail is a medieval symbol similar to the infinity symbol. As with the infinity symbol, the snake symbolizes eternity. Draw an infinity symbol that incorporates a snake head and tail meeting at the center of the symbol.

Explore the mystic knot, an ancient symbol for luck, prosperity and abundance. The mystic knot is a pattern of six interconnected infinity symbols. You can often find jewelry that incorporates the mystic knot to make attractive wearable art. You can make your own mystic knot out of metal, decorative thread or beads and create necklaces, bracelets or earrings.

Tip

Incorporate a variety of colors into a drawn infinity symbol. Colors can bleed into one another as they travel around the symbol. For example, red can give way to orange, which can then fade to yellow.

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