http://www.instructables.com Sun, 27 May 2012 15:55:41 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Octopus-by-Charles-Parell/
Paracord Octopus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/3CJJ/H1ZG7K6R/F9Y3CJJH1ZG7K6R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/3CJJ/H1ZG7K6R/F9Y3CJJH1ZG7K6R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/3CJJ/H1ZG7K6R/F9Y3CJJH1ZG7K6R.SMALL.jpg natdiamond This was something I had fun making, so I figured I would share with you how I did it.The arms are bendable so he can be moved around for good decoration.Many thanks to you guys at Knot Heads World Wide for always helping me learn new knots!I made this first in black and green but was not 100% hap...
By: natdiamond

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 12:55:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knots/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/0YGS/GS8OSTQE/FZT0YGSGS8OSTQE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/0YGS/GS8OSTQE/FZT0YGSGS8OSTQE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/0YGS/GS8OSTQE/FZT0YGSGS8OSTQE.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Knots!" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 13 different knot tying projects. Learn how to tie a variety of knots for survival projects. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community, and contain pictures for each step so you can easily make these ...
By: zazenergy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 10:28:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Part-2-of-my-knot-series-The-Square-Knot/
Part 2 of my knot series: The Square Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/ESZ0/H1O5DIBC/FF2ESZ0H1O5DIBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/ESZ0/H1O5DIBC/FF2ESZ0H1O5DIBC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/ESZ0/H1O5DIBC/FF2ESZ0H1O5DIBC.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy The Square knot. Basically two overhands but with a twist. (Get It?) NOT to be used to Hold critical loads, like a person. I finally found my paracord! Also called a reef knot. Materials - Rope, or Paracord 550 as I have - Hands First things first First your going to want to do an Overhand kno...
By: ThatKnottyguy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 15:01:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Eye-Splice-Paracord/
How to Eye Splice Paracord - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/23DE/H1JUIG1A/FSC23DEH1JUIG1A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/23DE/H1JUIG1A/FSC23DEH1JUIG1A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/23DE/H1JUIG1A/FSC23DEH1JUIG1A.SMALL.jpg Mrballeng An eye splice creates a permanent loop in a single strand without any knots. This method is more appropriately called Long Bury Splicing. You can read more about it here. Since paracord is braided, the tighter you pull on the loop the tighter the cord grips the splice.You only need a few common tool...
By: Mrballeng

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:37:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Part-1-of-my-knot-series-The-Overhand-Knot/
Part 1 of my knot series: The Overhand Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/9QSB/H19RSZEW/FQX9QSBH19RSZEW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/9QSB/H19RSZEW/FQX9QSBH19RSZEW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/9QSB/H19RSZEW/FQX9QSBH19RSZEW.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy I am starting a knot series of how knows how many parts! So, here I have  the Overhand Knot, the most basic knot. This helps with lots of other knots so it is useful. Materials -Rope, or paracord -Hands Over and Under Take one end of the rope and bring it over the other side of the rope to for...
By: ThatKnottyguy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 08:23:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rock-Climbing-Stick-Clip/
Rock Climbing Stick Clip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/OVZE/H0A00JDV/F7FOVZEH0A00JDV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/OVZE/H0A00JDV/F7FOVZEH0A00JDV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/OVZE/H0A00JDV/F7FOVZEH0A00JDV.SMALL.jpg mga12 So you're out at the crag and you've found a sweet new route. The only problem is, the first bolt sits about 15 feet up and you don't particularly feel like decking today. At this point you would usually move on to a safer route but not today! Today you have your handy dandy stick clip you made via ...
By: mga12

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 08:49:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sailmakers-Whipping-Step-by-Step/
Sailmaker's Whipping - Step by Step - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/COB0/H0FLIXXC/FOJCOB0H0FLIXXC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/COB0/H0FLIXXC/FOJCOB0H0FLIXXC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/COB0/H0FLIXXC/FOJCOB0H0FLIXXC.SMALL.jpg cammers Whippings are put on the end of a rope to prevent the rope from unlaying. Whippings are most necessary for natural fibre ropes that can't be melted. Whippings are preferable to back-splices whenever there is a need for the rope's end to pass through an eye or a block. I think a whipping is always p...
By: cammers

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 05:01:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Braided-climbing-rope/
Braided climbing rope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/BCVB/H05NL1O0/FLGBCVBH05NL1O0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/BCVB/H05NL1O0/FLGBCVBH05NL1O0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/BCVB/H05NL1O0/FLGBCVBH05NL1O0.SMALL.jpg makendo Rope climbing is a great exercise and good fun, but you need a pretty thick rope to get sufficient grip and they aren't cheap - a thick manila climbing rope will set you back well over $100. This instructable will show you how to braid an old retired nylon climbing rope into a beautifully textured, ...
By: makendo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:29:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Survival-Rings-yet-another-paracord-project/
Survival Rings-yet another paracord project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/VFTO/GYVDJYP5/F01VFTOGYVDJYP5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/VFTO/GYVDJYP5/F01VFTOGYVDJYP5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/VFTO/GYVDJYP5/F01VFTOGYVDJYP5.SMALL.jpg triumphman I have been wanting to do this for some time. I finally have a ring that matches my paracord survival bracelet. Its fun and easy. It also uses the leftover scraps of paracord from my projects.  I know it is an extreme use for paracord as it was manufactured for support of a parachute canopy. But I a...
By: triumphman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Mar 2012 13:36:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Jacks-Beanstalk-key-fob/
Jack's Beanstalk key fob - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/B89F/GYVDJVYR/FHJB89FGYVDJVYR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/B89F/GYVDJVYR/FHJB89FGYVDJVYR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/B89F/GYVDJVYR/FHJB89FGYVDJVYR.SMALL.jpg JasonTX As far as I can tell, nobody has named this knot yet, so I'm claiming it. When tied in all green, it looks like a climbing, twining vine to me. Hence the name, "Jack's Beanstalk".  I've tied it here in red, white and blue to make it easier to tell the strands from each other. Tying the base Take ...
By: JasonTX

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Mar 2012 01:08:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Paracord-Fender-Keychain/
How to Make a Paracord Fender Keychain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/AH67/GYGGJNBL/FKXAH67GYGGJNBL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/AH67/GYGGJNBL/FKXAH67GYGGJNBL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKX/AH67/GYGGJNBL/FKXAH67GYGGJNBL.SMALL.jpg SyberProdigy For those who don’t know, a fender is a bumper used mainly on boats to keep the boat from being damaged from bumping into objects. While this isn’t an actual fender, it serves as a great decorative keychain. SUPPLIES 3- Strands of paracord that are 40 inches long will create a keychain that ...
By: SyberProdigy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:53:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Single-paraCord-Heart-Pendant/
Single (para)Cord Heart Pendant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/H4VG/GYCSRKW4/F2WH4VGGYCSRKW4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/H4VG/GYCSRKW4/F2WH4VGGYCSRKW4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/H4VG/GYCSRKW4/F2WH4VGGYCSRKW4.SMALL.jpg hotmetalmel Using a single piece of less than 3 ft of paracord you can make a heart shaped pendat necklace for Valentines day. Step 1 Fold the cord in half forming a bight. Step 2 Taking the right hand cord, make a counter-clockwise (CC) loop and lay the working end over the left cord parallel to each oth...
By: hotmetalmel

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Feb 2012 14:34:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Featured-Author-Stormdrane/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/WPF4/GY4RTVJO/FOBWPF4GY4RTVJO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/WPF4/GY4RTVJO/FOBWPF4GY4RTVJO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/WPF4/GY4RTVJO/FOBWPF4GY4RTVJO.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast Millions of people have checked out David Hopper's spectacular paracord projects. His clear instructions and beautiful projects are well worth a look, and he has even more projects over on his blog. I had the chance to ask him a few questions about paracord, knot-tying, and some resources that folks...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Feb 2012 16:32:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bowline-Knot-1/
Bowline Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/GNXV/GXTKPEBY/F7CGNXVGXTKPEBY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/GNXV/GXTKPEBY/F7CGNXVGXTKPEBY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/GNXV/GXTKPEBY/F7CGNXVGXTKPEBY.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy This is the bowline... often used as a rescuing knot. If you are drowning, and someone throws you a line... tie this knot on yourself, and you can have someone pull you in. This is for tying it around yourself. Materials needed Materials needed... - rope -hands Getting started. Wrap it aroun...
By: ThatKnottyguy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:26:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spiral-knot-tutorial/
Spiral knot tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/61DY/GXL5XYF7/FBW61DYGXL5XYF7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/61DY/GXL5XYF7/FBW61DYGXL5XYF7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/61DY/GXL5XYF7/FBW61DYGXL5XYF7.SMALL.jpg farzadbayan Last week, I had an email from one on my blog's readers that requested me to show him "How to make decorative ropes" and this picture was attached. I searched and find some tutorials like this and this video, and after connecting them, finally found the trick and I'm here to share it with you! ...
By: farzadbayan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 06:16:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-woven-paracord-belt/
Easy woven paracord belt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/WPPI/GWF5UDSB/FSHWPPIGWF5UDSB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/WPPI/GWF5UDSB/FSHWPPIGWF5UDSB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/WPPI/GWF5UDSB/FSHWPPIGWF5UDSB.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo This belt is pretty easy to make and looks good in my opinion. You can use any kind of belt buckle you want for it, I used D rings (Yes, I know, I don't have them fastened correctly, I always wear them this way because I'm cool like that.) Supplies You will need the following: Paracord (I used ...
By: amandaggogo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 09:43:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Cobb-Co-Hitch/
How to Tie a "Cobb & Co" Hitch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/2NZF/GVIYNCBK/F8S2NZFGVIYNCBK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/2NZF/GVIYNCBK/F8S2NZFGVIYNCBK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/2NZF/GVIYNCBK/F8S2NZFGVIYNCBK.SMALL.jpg cammers When I was growing up I had the privilege of living in the Australian bush and getting to know some true bushmen. People with the skills and resourcefulness that allowed them to thrive in an environment that would leave most city people helpless. One of essential skills for anyone living and workin...
By: cammers

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:03:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-5-color-Key-Fob/
Paracord - 5 color Key Fob - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/IIB3/G8JEFYGF/F2JIIB3G8JEFYGF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/IIB3/G8JEFYGF/F2JIIB3G8JEFYGF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/IIB3/G8JEFYGF/F2JIIB3G8JEFYGF.SMALL.jpg NutandBolt In this instructable I will show a few easy steps on how to make a 5 color key fob using paracord. For this project you will need: * 5 - different paracord colors or the same, you decide. * Scissors * Lighter * plastic clip or rubber band. Everyone is welcome to have a look at my blog where I have...
By: NutandBolt

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:05:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Truckers-Hitch-THE-most-awesome-knot-on-the-plan/
Trucker's Hitch, THE most awesome knot on the planet! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/JEAB/FM2CT5PZ/F17JEABFM2CT5PZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/JEAB/FM2CT5PZ/F17JEABFM2CT5PZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/JEAB/FM2CT5PZ/F17JEABFM2CT5PZ.SMALL.jpg schneidp20 Yes I know that there are plenty of other cool knots out there ... many of which I literally couldn't live w/o ... I rock climb. However, this knot is unlike any other. Plus I needed a grabber for my Instructable. :-) (BTW: this ISN'T a climbing knot!) And in truth, it isn't a knot by itself...
By: schneidp20

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Oct 2008 11:44:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Release-Paracord-Holder/
Quick Release Paracord Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/RXHW/GOCNPJUF/F3ORXHWGOCNPJUF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/RXHW/GOCNPJUF/F3ORXHWGOCNPJUF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/RXHW/GOCNPJUF/F3ORXHWGOCNPJUF.SMALL.jpg mattrush I've been doing a lot of work with paracord recently and came up with this tidy way of keeping it organised. It keeps it tidy and untangled and is really easy to unravel when needed. I would usually do it with about a meter of loose end from the main bundle but for demonstration purposes ive used re...
By: mattrush

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 May 2011 14:59:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Para-cord-Bracelet/
Para-cord Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/V92B/GEW03O1N/FBTV92BGEW03O1N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/V92B/GEW03O1N/FBTV92BGEW03O1N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/V92B/GEW03O1N/FBTV92BGEW03O1N.SMALL.jpg dhopper122 I started making paracord bracelets back in 2005. I learned the basics while I was stationed in Iraq. While there, I looked for better ways to do this. Many different  appoaches, until one method came out as most simple to me. I had seen MANY different ways to do make this items. No, I do not think ...
By: dhopper122

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Oct 2010 21:41:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Double-Monkey-Fist-Bookmark/
Paracord Double Monkey Fist Bookmark - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/WWQP/G7DYZERA/FAUWWQPG7DYZERA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/WWQP/G7DYZERA/FAUWWQPG7DYZERA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/WWQP/G7DYZERA/FAUWWQPG7DYZERA.SMALL.jpg repeet13      This snazzy bookmark will have all your friends saying 'cool'!  I like playing with knots and stuff, so when I saw a picture of this somewhere on the internet, I decided it would be a cool project to do, and also to write up and submit to the Paracord contest (vote me up!).   It was a bit of a ...
By: repeet13

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2010 20:28:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Monkeys-Fist-Keychain/
Monkey's Fist Keychain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/9049/G7DY7LC4/FD79049G7DY7LC4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/9049/G7DY7LC4/FD79049G7DY7LC4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/9049/G7DY7LC4/FD79049G7DY7LC4.SMALL.jpg nk97 Do you like making things out of rope? Or paracord? Or something like that? Do you like to boast about yourself? Then prove yourself worthy for that self praise and make your own Monkey's Fist Keychain! Carry it around with you everywhere and show it to people and proudly tell them, "You know what? ...
By: nk97

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Apr 2010 13:47:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Survival-Necklace/
Paracord Survival Necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/RVBZ/G7CUGMKZ/FYCRVBZG7CUGMKZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/RVBZ/G7CUGMKZ/FYCRVBZG7CUGMKZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/RVBZ/G7CUGMKZ/FYCRVBZG7CUGMKZ.SMALL.jpg ERCCRE123 Paracord survival necklaces? What are those? You probably have heard of paracord survival bracelets. They hold paracord on your person, but nothing else. Now, there is a way to hold cord AND some survival tools on your person without stuffing your pockets. These necklaces hold about 9 feet of cord ...
By: ERCCRE123

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Mar 2010 16:49:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Corkscrew-knot/
Corkscrew knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/QVEM/GRQ44T3J/F2WQVEMGRQ44T3J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/QVEM/GRQ44T3J/F2WQVEMGRQ44T3J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/QVEM/GRQ44T3J/F2WQVEMGRQ44T3J.SMALL.jpg Lil C what you need Paracord or any string like objects, First, you need to make a circle and lace one end through the circle like the begning of tying your shoe. (do not pull tight, keep in a circle) Next, Lace each end one more time and pull really tight. Now what you have is a simple C...
By: Lil C

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:04:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Paracord-Fids-Permalok-like-Needles/
DIY Paracord Fids (Permalok-like Needles) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F98/F2CX/GRQ44KH5/F98F2CXGRQ44KH5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F98/F2CX/GRQ44KH5/F98F2CXGRQ44KH5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F98/F2CX/GRQ44KH5/F98F2CXGRQ44KH5.SMALL.jpg MacGyver9 This tutorial will show how to make your own paracord fid for under a dollar and with minimal effort. I decided to try my hand at making my own paracord fid (Permalok “like” needles). I looked at two different methods, one by ch5 on the Instructables site: http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-ma...
By: MacGyver9

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:03:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-the-Most-Useful-Knot-in-the-World-Bowl/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/FIGP/GRFMV8T3/FXKFIGPGRFMV8T3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/FIGP/GRFMV8T3/FXKFIGPGRFMV8T3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/FIGP/GRFMV8T3/FXKFIGPGRFMV8T3.SMALL.jpg NightHawkInLight This is a short video to help those who have seen many of my past videos where I use a bowline knot. This is the most useful knot you will ever learn. It will not slip when in use, and comes undone easily even after being tightened under thousands of pounds. Throughout history the bowline has been ...
By: NightHawkInLight

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Aug 2011 19:01:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Comfort-Handle/
Paracord Comfort Handle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/DV0Z/GRFN2CVE/F1ODV0ZGRFN2CVE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/DV0Z/GRFN2CVE/F1ODV0ZGRFN2CVE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/DV0Z/GRFN2CVE/F1ODV0ZGRFN2CVE.SMALL.jpg That One Eegit I was inspired to make this one day while I was carrying my archery target. I picked it up, and after walking with it for about 20 feet, I set it down, and noticed that there were some abrasion marks on my hands. The terrible handle on the bag was starting to cut into my hand. So i got out my paraco...
By: That One Eegit

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:31:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-your-own-permalok-needles/
How to make your own permalok needles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/4B5H/GRFN241I/F6K4B5HGRFN241I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/4B5H/GRFN241I/F6K4B5HGRFN241I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/4B5H/GRFN241I/F6K4B5HGRFN241I.SMALL.jpg ch5 Those of you messing around with paracord probably know what these are already. If you don't, they're basically large diameter needles that thread from the back, parallel to the needle body, so they don't create extra thickness from threading them on large diameter stuff ( paracord, leather...). Al...
By: ch5

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:14:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tie-a-bowline/
Tie a bowline - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/5QCG/GQZJNNGF/FXK5QCGGQZJNNGF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/5QCG/GQZJNNGF/FXK5QCGGQZJNNGF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/5QCG/GQZJNNGF/FXK5QCGGQZJNNGF.SMALL.jpg ayoung5 I have made this Instructable to go hand in hand with this Instructable to prove that yes, a picture is worth a thousand words, but a good picture is worth far more. So this is simply just a pictorial Instructable with nearly no words. Make a loop The rabbit comes up throught the hole I cou...
By: ayoung5

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Aug 2011 06:50:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stretchable-Paracord-Bracelet/
Stretchable Paracord Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/6G5N/GQTN8NKA/FKS6G5NGQTN8NKA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/6G5N/GQTN8NKA/FKS6G5NGQTN8NKA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/6G5N/GQTN8NKA/FKS6G5NGQTN8NKA.SMALL.jpg drumbum11 While making paracord bracelets (for which there are many great instructables) and wishing there was a way to make one that did not require clasps or clips, I stumbled on this method which produces a bracelet that can stretch to slip onto your wrist and then form to it snugly and comfortably. The b...
By: drumbum11

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Aug 2011 20:06:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Boonie-Hat-Wrap/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/J4AW/GQ225UKY/FP1J4AWGQ225UKY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/J4AW/GQ225UKY/FP1J4AWGQ225UKY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/J4AW/GQ225UKY/FP1J4AWGQ225UKY.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane This video will show one of many possible methods of adding paracord to the branch loops of a boonie hat.  The paracord can be removed for later use if needed.  More knotty stuff on my blog:  Stormdrane's Blog
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 06:00:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Climb-Safe-With-A-Figure-8-Knot/
Climb Safe With A "Figure 8 Knot" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSJ/F1AB/G612LY79/FSJF1ABG612LY79.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSJ/F1AB/G612LY79/FSJF1ABG612LY79.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSJ/F1AB/G612LY79/FSJF1ABG612LY79.SMALL.jpg mattste  There are many things that a beginning climber needs to know, including several important knots. Perhaps the most essential knot is the Figure 8 Follow Through. This tutorial will demonstrate how to correctly harness yourself to a rope using a Figure 8  Follow Through knot. This knot is used primar...
By: mattste

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Mar 2010 19:09:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Bracelet-FixtureJig/
Paracord Bracelet Fixture/Jig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/UKWB/GQ4UHIBE/FILUKWBGQ4UHIBE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/UKWB/GQ4UHIBE/FILUKWBGQ4UHIBE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/UKWB/GQ4UHIBE/FILUKWBGQ4UHIBE.SMALL.jpg MacGyver9 This tutorial will show how to make a paracord bracelet fixture that can be used with or without side release buckles. As I began making more bracelets it became readily apparent that I needed to build a fixture for this purpose. I looked at several designs that were being used and decided to create...
By: MacGyver9

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 15:38:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Slip-Knot/
How to Tie a Slip Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F28/IY0S/FM2CSPXH/F28IY0SFM2CSPXH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F28/IY0S/FM2CSPXH/F28IY0SFM2CSPXH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F28/IY0S/FM2CSPXH/F28IY0SFM2CSPXH.SMALL.jpg JaimeMarie A slip knot is a type of knot that can "slip" along the rope and can easily be untied by pulling one of the ends. This knot is easy to tie and commonly used in rock climbing, knitting, and securing loads on trailers. Hold the rope with two hands, allowing approximately 12 inches between the han...
By: JaimeMarie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Oct 2008 16:46:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Celtic-Button-Knot/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/BJOZ/GPVF2E6U/FZQBJOZGPVF2E6U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/BJOZ/GPVF2E6U/FZQBJOZGPVF2E6U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/BJOZ/GPVF2E6U/FZQBJOZGPVF2E6U.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane This video will show how to tie a Celtic Button Knot, using a length of paracord for the demonstration.  The 'Celtic Button Knot' looks similar to the 'Lanyard Knot', but is tied along a single strand of cord instead of using two strands. They can be useful as decorative stopper/terminal knots.&nbs...
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Jul 2011 04:55:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cross-Knot-Paracord-Lanyard/
Cross Knot Paracord Lanyard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB8/54RB/GNXX0VBE/FB854RBGNXX0VBE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB8/54RB/GNXX0VBE/FB854RBGNXX0VBE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB8/54RB/GNXX0VBE/FB854RBGNXX0VBE.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane This instructable will show how to make a paracord lanyard using the cross knot and snake knot.  The lanyard can be used as a wallet chain, to secure a key chain, keyring, knife, multitool, flashlight, cell phone, camera, binoculars, compass, and other assorted pocketable gadgets, gear, and gizmos....
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 May 2011 05:01:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RUP/
RUP - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/34GW/GPLJ0ZLS/FYD34GWGPLJ0ZLS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/34GW/GPLJ0ZLS/FYD34GWGPLJ0ZLS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/34GW/GPLJ0ZLS/FYD34GWGPLJ0ZLS.SMALL.jpg mattrush Rapid Unraveling Paracord, or RUP for short. I was fitting a Camelback reservoir to my Monsoon Gearslinger the other day, and started to think of useful things i could use the water bottle pocket for now that it was obsolete. I turned to everyone's favourite outdoor tool for inspiration. Since gett...
By: mattrush

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Jul 2011 15:47:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Laptop-Harness/
Paracord Laptop Harness - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IDU7/GOW49DXN/F0QIDU7GOW49DXN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IDU7/GOW49DXN/F0QIDU7GOW49DXN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IDU7/GOW49DXN/F0QIDU7GOW49DXN.SMALL.jpg ThatEmilyPerson I noticed there wasn't really a design for a paracord laptop harness/carrier made out of just paracord that didn't involve simply weaving it, so I decided to remedy this with the paracord contest as a motivator. So please, do vote for me! When starting this project, I had several criteria I wanted...
By: ThatEmilyPerson

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2011 21:40:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Sawtooth-Paracord-Bracelet-Weave/
The (New) Sawtooth Paracord Bracelet Weave - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/ZGB9/GOW47FF0/FO8ZGB9GOW47FF0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/ZGB9/GOW47FF0/FO8ZGB9GOW47FF0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/ZGB9/GOW47FF0/FO8ZGB9GOW47FF0.SMALL.jpg building king When I saw the snake weave, it was cool, but I did not like how it was round. Before I made a bracelet using the snake weave, I made one of the over under bracelets. I liked how flat the over under one was but I did not like how it only had one color. I also saw a version of the over under bracelet ...
By: building king

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:29:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Paracord-Belt/
Adjustable Paracord Belt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/43ZN/GOOP5XFG/FW643ZNGOOP5XFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/43ZN/GOOP5XFG/FW643ZNGOOP5XFG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/43ZN/GOOP5XFG/FW643ZNGOOP5XFG.SMALL.jpg jurienaude After I went thought the instructable other users have made about paracord belts, I noticed that there was only one adjustable belt but unfortunately it had a clasp and tongue type buckle. I liked the the idea of a paracord belt but I wanted to be adjustable and I did not want a clasp and tongue typ...
By: jurienaude

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Jun 2011 00:56:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PARACORD-GERM-GRENADE/
PARACORD GERM GRENADE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/RCT2/GOOP5KI9/FH6RCT2GOOP5KI9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/RCT2/GOOP5KI9/FH6RCT2GOOP5KI9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/RCT2/GOOP5KI9/FH6RCT2GOOP5KI9.SMALL.jpg SyberProdigy The Paracord Germ Grenade is a hand sanitizer bottle wrapped with paracord (parachute cord), which was recently featured on my paracord design blog . Once tied it can be hung upside down using a carabiner or by using a tie made with paracord or other means. I keep one in my vehicle hanging from the ...
By: SyberProdigy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Jun 2011 09:18:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Practise-Paracord-Nunchaku/
Practice Paracord Nunchaku - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/FDEC/GOOP5VB5/F0FFDECGOOP5VB5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/FDEC/GOOP5VB5/F0FFDECGOOP5VB5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/FDEC/GOOP5VB5/F0FFDECGOOP5VB5.SMALL.jpg murak Paracord can be used to create some very usable and decorative practice nunchaku. WARNING :  The possession and/or manufacture of nunchaku is illegal in many states all over the world. in most cases you can possess them only for training purposes as part of a martial arts club. Please check the law...
By: murak

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Jun 2011 04:00:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Multi-Color-Monkey-Fist/
Multi-Color Monkey Fist - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/D6ET/FK75D4D8/FOQD6ETFK75D4D8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/D6ET/FK75D4D8/FOQD6ETFK75D4D8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/D6ET/FK75D4D8/FOQD6ETFK75D4D8.SMALL.jpg TripWir3 This multi-colored monkey's fist I discovered while trying to find out a way to remove flaws in the original monkey's fist when making turns from one direction to the next. I realized by cutting the cord it enabled me to use different colors and take out the flaw. In the next step I added a diagr...
By: TripWir3

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:46:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Strap-Wrap/
Paracord Strap Wrap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/5TVY/GOB87M9I/F065TVYGOB87M9I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/5TVY/GOB87M9I/F065TVYGOB87M9I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/5TVY/GOB87M9I/F065TVYGOB87M9I.SMALL.jpg mattrush Hi, this is my first Instructable so bare with me. The Paracord Strap Wrap is a simple way of tidying up loose ends on your gear using various lengths of paracord. Using paracord instead of things like cable ties has its obvious advantages to any paracord fanatic. Depending on the amount of the str...
By: mattrush

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 May 2011 12:25:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Wrap-Bottle/
Paracord Wrap Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/U7BG/GO6V9QG5/F2QU7BGGO6V9QG5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/U7BG/GO6V9QG5/F2QU7BGGO6V9QG5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/U7BG/GO6V9QG5/F2QU7BGGO6V9QG5.SMALL.jpg elco_chan I will show you how to make a wrap for a strait-walled aluminum water bottle out of 550 cord/paracord.  I will be using some decorative knots that are fairly easy to master during the process.  We will be using a modified Chinese Good luck knot and a Cross Knot. You will need the following: -An al...
By: elco_chan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 May 2011 18:59:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Paracord-Drawstring-Pouch/
Easy Paracord Drawstring Pouch! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/08IJ/GO6UXOCF/FSQ08IJGO6UXOCF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/08IJ/GO6UXOCF/FSQ08IJGO6UXOCF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/08IJ/GO6UXOCF/FSQ08IJGO6UXOCF.SMALL.jpg snipir Hi there! First off, I can't exactly say that I am the originator of this design. Since I was going for a simple design, I used overhand knots for 99% of this design; since it's so simple, I'm sure others have ended up doing this at some point or another. With that said, this is my first instructib...
By: snipir

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 May 2011 20:33:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-light-duty-block-and-tackle/
Make a light-duty block and tackle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/ZSGF/GNED2HW2/F9QZSGFGNED2HW2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/ZSGF/GNED2HW2/F9QZSGFGNED2HW2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/ZSGF/GNED2HW2/F9QZSGFGNED2HW2.SMALL.jpg oompa Needing a block and tackle for my kid’s tree fort I didn’t want to go overboard with some store bought mechanism although with a bit of shopping you can find them fairly cheap. All I needed was something light duty and simple – I did try to make a double pulley similar to my antique set, but I had p...
By: oompa

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 May 2011 14:28:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rope-Rings/
Rope Rings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/DRDE/GJHV8LMD/FC0DRDEGJHV8LMD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/DRDE/GJHV8LMD/FC0DRDEGJHV8LMD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/DRDE/GJHV8LMD/FC0DRDEGJHV8LMD.SMALL.jpg hpstoutharrow Make versitile rope rings that can be used for camp games, decorative carrying applications, or as rugged accents. A continuous, perfectly round, rope ring can be made by unwinding and rewinding individual strands of a rope without the need for a bulky knot or splice. Whether you use them to secur...
By: hpstoutharrow

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Feb 2011 16:36:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Slatts-Paracord-Rescue-Bracelet-no-buckle/
Slatts Paracord Rescue Bracelet (no buckle) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/BKU9/G7DYL057/F3XBKU9G7DYL057.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/BKU9/G7DYL057/F3XBKU9G7DYL057.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/BKU9/G7DYL057/F3XBKU9G7DYL057.SMALL.jpg JonTheAnt I love paracord, both for its countless uses and the fact that it looks really cool when woven into bracelets, belts, straps, etc. I work backstage and am always looking for a good way to carry a large amount of cord on me that can be easily accessed. I found The Slatts Rescue Belt and decided to se...
By: JonTheAnt

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