Paracord Bracelet with Monkey Fist Button

Step 7: Dressing the knot

Dressing the knot (tightening) is the process of using the knot itself as a 'standing' or anchored end [clumpy bit], and taking the 'running' or working ends [dangly bits] and running them 'through' the knot.
With the marlin spike / pokey object, tighten the Fist accordingly. I made two or three of these before I got it right. This is where getting the knot centered on your piece of paracord is important; there's less waste, as well. Be careful not to stab yourself with the pokey object. You will really get to understand the knot dynamics as you tighten it.

Comments

[SuperCoPilot]

I'm doing alright until this step, then my knot gets really messed up, any tips?

[evilspacemonkey]

Unless you put something inside the knot to create some bulk, the knot is going to be a little messed up and not as nice as some of the larger monkey fists you will see. The whole idea to using this knot is to secure the bracelet.

[scistone]

go to this link: http://www.animatedknots.com/monkeysfist/index.php?Categ=decorative&LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com

[Pickles5000]

Very Detailed Instructions! Great site that I immediately bookmarked after seeing just this page.

[scistone]

I did too :D