Making a Dyneema Loop
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Mastering the Double Constrictor Knot
The constrictor knot is renowned for its unyielding grip, but did you know there’s a variation that offers even more security? Enter the double constrictor knot. This knot is incredibly strong and reliable, making it perfect for situations where you … Continue reading →
From Hobby to Side Hustle: How to Turn Decorative Knotting Into Income
For members of the International Guild of Knot Tyers (IGKT) and craft enthusiasts alike, knot work is far more than just a pastime. Whether you spend your evenings mastering intricate decorative Turk’s head knots, crafting custom maritime displays, or designing … Continue reading →
Dyneema Soft Shackle Calculator & DIY Guide (Save Money!)
In this post, you’ll discover how to make your own super strong Dyneema soft shackle. Plus, we’ve included a handy Dyneema Soft Shackle calculator to take the guesswork out of your projects. One of the trickiest parts of any knotting … Continue reading →
The Art of the Knot: Now on Your Favourite Everyday Items
Discover My New Collection of Knot-Inspired Mugs, Tees, Hats & Notebooks! Ahoy there, fellow knot enthusiasts and lovers of unique design! I’m thrilled to finally announce the launch of my brand new collection of products featuring some of the most … Continue reading →
Midline Noose Knot
How to Tie the Tag Knot The Tag Knot is also known as; the Double Ring Knot or the Double Running Knot. What makes this particular knot rather special, is that it can be tied in the bight of a … Continue reading →
Sustainable Seascape: The Beauty of Ghost Gear Repurposed
Castaway Ropeworks; Turning Ocean Rubbish into Decorative Knot Work At Castaway Ropeworks base in Cornwall, they’re more than just eco-conscious – they’re actively making a difference. By focusing on turning ocean rubbish into beautiful knot work, they’re taking the lead … Continue reading →
Decorative Long Knife Lanyard
In this post, I will show you how to make a simple yet decorative knife lanyard that you can be proud of. This particular lanyard is designed to either wrap around your wrist or attach to your belt. The primary … Continue reading →
Bell Ropes
Selection of Bell Ropes Quite often, once you have learnt to tie a few decorative knots, you start to think that you might like to put those knots together and make your own bell rope. This post is not about … Continue reading →
Decorative Covering Knots
There are often times when we want to cover an object with a long and decorative knot. So I thought I would put together in one post, a selection of knots that are worth considering. I am sure that when … Continue reading →
Ditty Bag Collection
A sailor’s Ditty Bag is a small personal bag or pouch used by sailors to carry their personal belongings and essential items while aboard a ship. It is a traditional and practical accessory that has been used by sailors for … Continue reading →
Halter Hitch
The Halter Hitch is basically a form of overhand noose, with an overhand knot that is slipped. This makes this particular knot very well suited as a general purpose knot for tethering animals. It also has the advantage that no … Continue reading →
Coachwhipping Tutorial
Coachwhipping is a term that can have different meanings depending on the context. The most common usage refers to a traditional craft or decorative technique involving the weaving or braiding of narrow strips of leather, fabric or cordage around a … Continue reading →
Wine Cork Rope Fender
We would like to thank André van der Salm, for allowing us to share his invaluable tutorial on making a miniature wine cork fender. In this tutorial you will how to turn a simple wine bottle cork into a rather … Continue reading →
Make Your Own Turks Head Tool
How to Make a Turks Head Tool OK, I will admit that this is not a step by step guide on how to make a Turks Head Tool or Turks Head Jig. What I will show you, are the dimensions … Continue reading →
Toolmaker Svartsmen
Featuring the Work of Toolmaker Svartsmen Every so often, you come across some work that just blows you away! How can the humble Marlin Spike be made any better? Well, I just wanted to show you some work by Svartsmen, … Continue reading →
Knotter Howard Kanare
Featuring Knotwork by Howard Kanare The Decorative Ditty Bag I have to say that I do love a ditty bag, they are often great works of art, and show off a knotter’s skill set. Here we can see a wonderful … Continue reading →
Manrope Knot
How to Tie the Manrope Knot Firstly, you will need to unravel the three strand rope, far enough back to be able to tie the Manrope Knot. It will help you to then to tie up the rope with bit … Continue reading →
Knotter Sharron Taylor
Featuring Knotwork by Sharron Taylor What is not to love about Sharron’s work? Not only does she create some wonderful decorative knotwork, but much of her work is salved from the sea! In general when we create decorative knotwork it … Continue reading →
Eye Splice Rope
Sailor’s Eye Splice Ashley’s Book of Knots The Eye Splice is listed in Ashley’s Book of Knots 2725 for your reference. Firstly you will need to separate the three strands of your rope, you want to have the three strands … Continue reading →