http://www.instructables.com Mon, 20 May 2013 14:24:32 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Project-Guide-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/0VKN/H4AGKB3H/FVQ0VKNH4AGKB3H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/0VKN/H4AGKB3H/FVQ0VKNH4AGKB3H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/0VKN/H4AGKB3H/FVQ0VKNH4AGKB3H.SMALL.jpg everythinghunt257 Here are an abundance of awesome paracord projects. null null null null null null null null null null null null null null
By: everythinghunt257

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 12:59:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-figure-eight-knot/
How to make a figure eight knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/Z5PR/HCRVR4IL/FQQZ5PRHCRVR4IL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/Z5PR/HCRVR4IL/FQQZ5PRHCRVR4IL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/Z5PR/HCRVR4IL/FQQZ5PRHCRVR4IL.SMALL.jpg arntsen45 This knot is ideal for stringing lacrosse heads and is a fantastic end knot. Beginning. Straighten the length of rope you wish to tie. Fold end of chord over to form the letter "U." Twist the ends of the "U." Twist the ends of the "U" once more. Twist the ends of the "U" a third t...
By: arntsen45

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Feb 2013 14:58:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-4-Strand-Paracord-Braid-with-a-Core-a/
How to Tie a 4 Strand Paracord Braid with a Core and Buckle. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/NCA8/HC3PT5W9/F30NCA8HC3PT5W9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/NCA8/HC3PT5W9/F30NCA8HC3PT5W9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/NCA8/HC3PT5W9/F30NCA8HC3PT5W9.SMALL.jpg welchjr This bracelet is made with 550 paracord. I gutted the working cords so that it would give it a flatter, more feminine look and feel. But, it works just the same without gutting the cord. The middle core is not gutted. I have found that doing it this way gives the braid a more rounded look.   The for...
By: welchjr

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2013 13:42:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/knotted-hubs-a-useful-twist-on-a-decorative-knot/
knotted hubs - a useful twist on a decorative knot! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/V1EL/HAWSI2EH/FUHV1ELHAWSI2EH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/V1EL/HAWSI2EH/FUHV1ELHAWSI2EH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/V1EL/HAWSI2EH/FUHV1ELHAWSI2EH.SMALL.jpg montana mindsmith as a former squid (navy), i love knots!  i especially like ones that are useful first, decorative second, and both most of all.  these knot "hubs" are simple accessory, multiple-attachment points that can be used singly or in combination to serve a variety of outdoor, indoor and workshop needs.  the...
By: montana mindsmith

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Dec 2012 18:03:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Crisscross-Solomon-Bar-Paracord-Bracelet/
Crisscross Solomon Bar Paracord Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/3ZL4/HB58N6J6/F1K3ZL4HB58N6J6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/3ZL4/HB58N6J6/F1K3ZL4HB58N6J6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/3ZL4/HB58N6J6/F1K3ZL4HB58N6J6.SMALL.jpg hms1997 **If at any time in this instructable you can't figure out how to do one or more of the steps, leave a comment, send me a message, or send me an e-mail. (My e-mail address is in my description)** If you're familiar with the cobra weave, then this should be a fairly easy bracelet for you to make. M...
By: hms1997

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Dec 2012 08:10:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-a-bowline-2/
How to tie a bowline - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/H82P/H8CVI09B/FR9H82PH8CVI09B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/H82P/H8CVI09B/FR9H82PH8CVI09B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/H82P/H8CVI09B/FR9H82PH8CVI09B.SMALL.jpg boyles35 The bowline is a knot that will create a loop of rope that will not slip. It is often used in rescues to haul up victims from a pit or crevasse. And now you’re going to learn how to tie it. BUT YOU ARE NOT RECEIVING RESCUE TRAINING. Do not use this knot to lift a person, as a climbing harness, or an...
By: boyles35

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:14:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-a-long-4-bight-Turks-head-knot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/076I/H742FLL3/FLH076IH742FLL3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/076I/H742FLL3/FLH076IH742FLL3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/076I/H742FLL3/FLH076IH742FLL3.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane More knotty stuff on my blog:  http://stormdrane.blogspot.com *Note that long Turk's head knots can take a lot of time, sometimes hours to complete, in gradually tightening up the knot and keeping it neat as you work, so anyone looking for a quick and easy project should look for smaller knots to t...
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 25 Sep 2012 03:12:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Dragonfly-out-of-Paracord/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/U66Q/H6DWPX6G/FEFU66QH6DWPX6G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/U66Q/H6DWPX6G/FEFU66QH6DWPX6G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/U66Q/H6DWPX6G/FEFU66QH6DWPX6G.SMALL.jpg Knot the Ordinary Learn how to make a Dragonfly out of paracord. Video by: Knot the Ordinary Find me on Facebook!
By: Knot the Ordinary

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2012 06:52:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-a-square-knot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/XC5U/H54086I3/FAUXC5UH54086I3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/XC5U/H54086I3/FAUXC5UH54086I3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/XC5U/H54086I3/FAUXC5UH54086I3.SMALL.jpg ebond99 Follow these step by step pictures to learn how to tie a square knot. A square knot can be used for many different things like tying two ropes together or make a circle with one rope. It is the easiest knot I know how to tie.
By: ebond99

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Jul 2012 09:52:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-a-bowline-knot-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/RLRR/H4VQ6GJ8/FS3RLRRH4VQ6GJ8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/RLRR/H4VQ6GJ8/FS3RLRRH4VQ6GJ8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/RLRR/H4VQ6GJ8/FS3RLRRH4VQ6GJ8.SMALL.jpg ebond99      These step by step pictures will show you how to tie a bowline. The bowline is also called the rescue knot because it never slips and is good for rescue-related purposes like pulling someone out of water. It is also called the king of knots because it can be used in so many different situations...
By: ebond99

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Jul 2012 09:20:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Shoe-2/
How to Tie a Shoe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/GY5M/H4AGJUEF/F2TGY5MH4AGJUEF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/GY5M/H4AGJUEF/F2TGY5MH4AGJUEF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/GY5M/H4AGJUEF/F2TGY5MH4AGJUEF.SMALL.jpg FIRSTIntern Why Learn About Tying a Shoe? As a new contributor to Instructables, I decided to write a simple project to familiarize myself with the tools and writing style.  Thus began the creation of this tutorial on how to knot ones shoelaces.  This project will focus on how to tie running shoes as opposed to...
By: FIRSTIntern

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2012 15:11:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Part-5-of-my-knot-series-The-Highwaymans-Hitch/
Part 5 of my knot series: The Highwaymans Hitch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/V4LO/H3QF99GR/F3SV4LOH3QF99GR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/V4LO/H3QF99GR/F3SV4LOH3QF99GR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/V4LO/H3QF99GR/F3SV4LOH3QF99GR.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy The Highwayman's hitch is ideal for tying a rope to an object when you need a quick release. Just yank on the end that is not supporting the load to untie and completely remove the rope from the object it was tied to. If you want to keep reading these, subscribe! Materials Post, or simil...
By: ThatKnottyguy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Jun 2012 21:50:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Part-4-of-my-knot-series-The-Sheet-Bend/
Part 4 of my knot series: The Sheet Bend - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/TZAI/H2WEYR17/FKOTZAIH2WEYR17.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/TZAI/H2WEYR17/FKOTZAIH2WEYR17.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/TZAI/H2WEYR17/FKOTZAIH2WEYR17.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy This knot joins two ropes of unequal size, but, can join two ropes of the same size just as well. It has to be tied with both ends loose, And can't be under any load. If you want more Subscribe! Starting Take one of the ends on each rope, and position it like the picture. Then make a loop with th...
By: ThatKnottyguy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Jun 2012 11:10:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Part-3-of-my-knot-series-The-Constrictor-Knot/
Part 3 of my knot series: The Constrictor Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9T/23WT/H2MYMG03/F9T23WTH2MYMG03.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9T/23WT/H2MYMG03/F9T23WTH2MYMG03.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9T/23WT/H2MYMG03/F9T23WTH2MYMG03.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy I am extremely sorry. My camera has been broken, and I just got a new one. So I will be continuing my knot series. This knot is used to hold bundles of things such as sticks, poles, etc. I hope you enjoy this, and if you want more follow me! I only used one item to demonstrate it. If you have any qu...
By: ThatKnottyguy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 16:33:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Tie-A-Square-KnotReef-Knot/
How To Tie A Square Knot/Reef Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/JOMH/H1YOK92P/FVSJOMHH1YOK92P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/JOMH/H1YOK92P/FVSJOMHH1YOK92P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/JOMH/H1YOK92P/FVSJOMHH1YOK92P.SMALL.jpg lax0131 This is a knot to bond 2 strings together. Gather Your 2 Strings Step 1 Fold String 1 in on itself to create a loop Step 2 Put the end of String 2 through the look going under-over so thatString 2 comes to rest beyond the loop as shown in picture Step 3 Push String 2 Behind String 1 so ...
By: lax0131

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 14:27:48 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://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/ESZ0/H1O5DIBC/FF2ESZ0H1O5DIBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/ESZ0/H1O5DIBC/FF2ESZ0H1O5DIBC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/Part-1-of-my-knot-series-The-Overhand-Knot/
Part 1 of my knot series: The Overhand Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/9QSB/H19RSZEW/FQX9QSBH19RSZEW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/9QSB/H19RSZEW/FQX9QSBH19RSZEW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/Sailmakers-Whipping-Step-by-Step/
Sailmaker's Whipping - Step by Step - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/COB0/H0FLIXXC/FOJCOB0H0FLIXXC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/COB0/H0FLIXXC/FOJCOB0H0FLIXXC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/How-to-Tie-a-Paracord-Gaucho-Knot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQG/VB5U/GZUAG2SY/FQGVB5UGZUAG2SY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQG/VB5U/GZUAG2SY/FQGVB5UGZUAG2SY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQG/VB5U/GZUAG2SY/FQGVB5UGZUAG2SY.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane This video tutorial will show how to tie a Gaucho knot using a length of paracord.  This Gaucho knot starts off with tying a 5 lead 4 bight Turk's Head knot, then working from that into a Gaucho knot. This decorative knot can be tied onto a cane, walking stick, hiking staff, used as a neckerchief s...
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 13:41:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Slip-Knot/
Simple Slip Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/BZ2P/GYVDHTD0/FHKBZ2PGYVDHTD0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/BZ2P/GYVDHTD0/FHKBZ2PGYVDHTD0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/BZ2P/GYVDHTD0/FHKBZ2PGYVDHTD0.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy This is your basic slip knot, I used a phone charger cord, because that was the only thing on hand. Enjoy! Basic Overhand Just like the title says, do a basic overhand knot. Over the left. Back under the left. Bring it under the right, then twist it around the right rope ONCE. Then pull it u...
By: ThatKnottyguy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:04:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bowline-Knot-1/
Bowline Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/GNXV/GXTKPEBY/F7CGNXVGXTKPEBY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/GNXV/GXTKPEBY/F7CGNXVGXTKPEBY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/61DY/GXL5XYF7/FBW61DYGXL5XYF7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/61DY/GXL5XYF7/FBW61DYGXL5XYF7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/paracord-monkey-fist-keychain/
paracord monkey fist keychain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBO/C5PI/GXDWPKNL/FBOC5PIGXDWPKNL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBO/C5PI/GXDWPKNL/FBOC5PIGXDWPKNL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBO/C5PI/GXDWPKNL/FBOC5PIGXDWPKNL.SMALL.jpg tjg144 Monkey fists were first used as decorations or to put weight at the end of a rope, but in the mafia and gang they are used as weapons. 1 get your materials lighter, paracord,and the bionical 2 wrap around your finger 3 times like so 3 now wrap around your middle finger half way once 4 no...
By: tjg144

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:07:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Soloman-Man/
The Soloman Man - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/B07U/GVCPR0VE/F85B07UGVCPR0VE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/B07U/GVCPR0VE/F85B07UGVCPR0VE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/B07U/GVCPR0VE/F85B07UGVCPR0VE.SMALL.jpg FubarFrank The Soloman Man is a series of flat knots on a core with Feet, Head and Arms. It's a rather simple knot once you get used to it and is an interesting conversation piece when you have it hanging behind you at work. In this Ible, I will show you how to make the Soloman Man from start to finish. This ...
By: FubarFrank

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 10:48:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Taught-Line-Knot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/1E46/GV1HFIM2/FIS1E46GV1HFIM2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/1E46/GV1HFIM2/FIS1E46GV1HFIM2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/1E46/GV1HFIM2/FIS1E46GV1HFIM2.SMALL.jpg NightHawkInLight This knot is very useful for adjusting tie downs quickly and easily. For example, a tarp could be held down by a series of these knots and be made very tight so the wind cannot make it rise, and easily be removed simply by sliding the knots later. A taut line knot is also used to keep large tents fr...
By: NightHawkInLight

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:37:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Reinforced-Paracord-Ring-Hitch/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/YARO/GU4MCDRU/FE9YAROGU4MCDRU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/YARO/GU4MCDRU/FE9YAROGU4MCDRU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/YARO/GU4MCDRU/FE9YAROGU4MCDRU.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane The ring hitch, also known as the cow hitch, lanyard hitch, lark's head, bale sling hitch, and probaby goes by a few other monikers, can sometimes easily loosen up or get slack when not under tension with some types of 'slippery' cordage, like nylon paracord, so the 'Reinforced Ring Hitch' offers a...
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Nov 2011 03:32:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Comfort-fit-lanyard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/PTA2/GTXKGXYI/FWRPTA2GTXKGXYI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/PTA2/GTXKGXYI/FWRPTA2GTXKGXYI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/PTA2/GTXKGXYI/FWRPTA2GTXKGXYI.SMALL.jpg builderofmanythings I interned this last summer at a nuclear power plant, and I had to wear a lanyard with my I.D. badge. All the people working there had real cool lanyards (especially the old timers). Well, after looking online I found that nice lanyards that are durable cost at least 20 bucks. Then I remembered I m...
By: builderofmanythings

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:17:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Strong-Fishing-Knot/
Fishing with an Improved Clinch Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/TJ7O/GTW608QQ/FF2TJ7OGTW608QQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/TJ7O/GTW608QQ/FF2TJ7OGTW608QQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/TJ7O/GTW608QQ/FF2TJ7OGTW608QQ.SMALL.jpg hailst8 These instructions will show you how to tie an improved clinch knot used for fishing purposes. I was taught this knot as soon as I was old enough to learn how to tie my shoes. It is simple and easy to complete. This knot is particularly useful because of its durability. If tied correctly this knot w...
By: hailst8

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 10:48:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tough-rope-belt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/HWKZ/GTXKAP7I/F0DHWKZGTXKAP7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/HWKZ/GTXKAP7I/F0DHWKZGTXKAP7I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/HWKZ/GTXKAP7I/F0DHWKZGTXKAP7I.SMALL.jpg builderofmanythings I realize other people have made these style belts here on Instructables, but I wanted to make my own version. I had a old leather belt that was ready for the trash, so that is were I got the buckle. I tied a normal portuguese sinnet with one end tied on the buckle, and the other end I pulled the e...
By: builderofmanythings

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:48:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Globe-Knot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/6774/GS3BDRS2/F9D6774GS3BDRS2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/6774/GS3BDRS2/F9D6774GS3BDRS2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/6774/GS3BDRS2/F9D6774GS3BDRS2.SMALL.jpg thematthewknot A globe knot is very similar to a monkey fist but instead of 6 sides it has 18 sides. In this guide ill be making a 18sided globe knot with a 3/4in Neodymium magnetic sphere as the center. What this will result in is a pretty knot that is also a strong magnet, this is useful in say storing keys wher...
By: thematthewknot

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Sep 2011 16:51:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Corkscrew-knot/
Corkscrew knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/QVEM/GRQ44T3J/F2WQVEMGRQ44T3J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/QVEM/GRQ44T3J/F2WQVEMGRQ44T3J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/Tie-a-bowline/
Tie a bowline - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/5QCG/GQZJNNGF/FXK5QCGGQZJNNGF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/5QCG/GQZJNNGF/FXK5QCGGQZJNNGF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/ADDING-A-ROPE-TO-BASIC-CROWN-KNOT/
ADDING A ROPE TO BASIC CROWN KNOT - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/DGUE/GQZJMTAL/FG9DGUEGQZJMTAL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/DGUE/GQZJMTAL/FG9DGUEGQZJMTAL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/DGUE/GQZJMTAL/FG9DGUEGQZJMTAL.SMALL.jpg J3443RY To see the basic 4 strand crown knot see my instructable video at BASIC CROWN KNOT VIDEO  
By: J3443RY

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Aug 2011 14:25:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/BASIC-CROWN-KNOT-VIDEO/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/JYKB/GQZJMT5E/FRDJYKBGQZJMT5E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/JYKB/GQZJMT5E/FRDJYKBGQZJMT5E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/JYKB/GQZJMT5E/FRDJYKBGQZJMT5E.SMALL.jpg J3443RY This is the basic 4 rope crown knot to see how to add an additional rope to it see my instructable video at ADDING ROPE TO BASIC CROWN KNOT &ampampampampampamp;lt;br&ampampampampampamp;gt;
By: J3443RY

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Aug 2011 14:12:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Celtic-Button-Knot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/BJOZ/GPVF2E6U/FZQBJOZGPVF2E6U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/BJOZ/GPVF2E6U/FZQBJOZGPVF2E6U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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.  Th...
By: Stormdrane

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Jul 2011 04:55:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Knot-Display-Board/
Paracord Knot Display Bord - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/NTTQ/GP3T0P8Z/FKANTTQGP3T0P8Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/NTTQ/GP3T0P8Z/FKANTTQGP3T0P8Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/NTTQ/GP3T0P8Z/FKANTTQGP3T0P8Z.SMALL.jpg Jamie bagn This is simply a piece of wood with some simple and some fancy knots on, despite being simple and easy to make they look very good. I have decided to use red, green, blue and yellow 550 Paracord. Paracord is cord that is used in parachutes and the 550 simply tells you the weight it can take, this ty...
By: Jamie bagn

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2011 22:41:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cross-Knot-Paracord-Lanyard/
Cross Knot Paracord Lanyard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB8/54RB/GNXX0VBE/FB854RBGNXX0VBE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB8/54RB/GNXX0VBE/FB854RBGNXX0VBE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/Tying-Trivets-out-of-Rope-for-Holiday-Gifts/
Tying Trivets out of Rope for Holiday Gifts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/5P2G/GFA439D8/FE75P2GGFA439D8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/5P2G/GFA439D8/FE75P2GGFA439D8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/5P2G/GFA439D8/FE75P2GGFA439D8.SMALL.jpg kyle.marsh Trivets (those things you put on your table to protect the surface from hot pans and casserole dishes) come in many forms and few people ever really think about them, but many households use a trivet or two daily.  If you're looking to give homemade gifts this holiday season (or any other time) triv...
By: kyle.marsh

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Nov 2010 10:36:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bowline-Knot/
Bowline Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/9OAB/GFRWME8V/F6Q9OABGFRWME8V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/9OAB/GFRWME8V/F6Q9OABGFRWME8V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/9OAB/GFRWME8V/F6Q9OABGFRWME8V.SMALL.jpg awesume     The Bowline knot is a rescue knot. If you are ever stuck in a hole or something and someone comes to rescue you, If they throw you a rope and tell you to hold on while they pull you up, you should tie the bowline knot. Can be used on a pole for practice, ect.. Supplies  All you need is a rope...
By: awesume

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Oct 2010 11:14:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/alpine-butterfly-knot/
alpine butterfly knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/6VB8/GELYWQWK/F2W6VB8GELYWQWK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/6VB8/GELYWQWK/F2W6VB8GELYWQWK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/6VB8/GELYWQWK/F2W6VB8GELYWQWK.SMALL.jpg love2make how to do a alpine butterfly knot start make a bight (loop) put the  end of the roop over the top of the length (rest of it) twist make three sections to the rope by twisting it tie bring the top loop under the last loop and then through tthe middile this might take a few goes finished ...
By: love2make

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:30:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-flatbraid-an-unbroken-strip-of-leather/
How to flatbraid an unbroken strip of leather. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/ZA1S/GDH50M5F/F1TZA1SGDH50M5F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/ZA1S/GDH50M5F/F1TZA1SGDH50M5F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/ZA1S/GDH50M5F/F1TZA1SGDH50M5F.SMALL.jpg Re-design Braiding an unbroken piece of leather looks impossible but is really easy once you know the tricks. My definitions (I don't know what the proper terms are so I gave them my own names) - Point - The end of the leather farthest away from you Bottom - The end of the leather closest to you you Bow - T...
By: Re-design

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:40:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turks-Head-Knots-on-a-Bottle/
Turks Head Knots on a Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/89V0/GB3W2H1W/FSU89V0GB3W2H1W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/89V0/GB3W2H1W/FSU89V0GB3W2H1W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/89V0/GB3W2H1W/FSU89V0GB3W2H1W.SMALL.jpg sklnxbones This is the finished project. A bottle decorated with three Turks Head Knots. There are only three knots on this bottle. The RED and the BLUE knots are each a 20 Bight by 3 Lead Turks Head Knots. The WHITE knot is a 20 Bight by 19 Lead Turks Head Knot. Supplies Cord: Lots and Lots of cord... I c...
By: sklnxbones

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Jul 2010 09:35:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-5-color-Key-Fob/
Paracord - 5 color Key Fob - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/IIB3/G8JEFYGF/F2JIIB3G8JEFYGF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/IIB3/G8JEFYGF/F2JIIB3G8JEFYGF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/Paracord-monkey-fist-guide/
Paracord Monkey Fist - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/EOLH/G80NV1L0/F0CEOLHG80NV1L0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/EOLH/G80NV1L0/F0CEOLHG80NV1L0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/EOLH/G80NV1L0/F0CEOLHG80NV1L0.SMALL.jpg NutandBolt The Monkey Fist knot has a long history since 1800's, main purpose as a weight at the end of a rope or  just for decorative use. The monkey fist was also used as a melee weapon among sailors  and gangs. In this guide I will show how to make the Monkey Fist using a marble inside the knot. The first...
By: NutandBolt

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:52:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Handcuffs/
Paracord: Handcuffs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/FO53/G7DYZ7EN/FDFFO53G7DYZ7EN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/FO53/G7DYZ7EN/FDFFO53G7DYZ7EN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/FO53/G7DYZ7EN/FDFFO53G7DYZ7EN.SMALL.jpg cooldog  This is one of the first knots that i learned and has been a lot of fun to teach friends because it is very simple and anyone can do it. The handcuff knot i am about to show you can be used for many things like playing around and joking. I do not not suggest you use this to tie up a actual crimina...
By: cooldog

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:30:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Multi-Color-Paracord-Can-Koozie/
Multi-Color Paracord Can Koozie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/9R4I/G79DHZGK/FQT9R4IG79DHZGK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/9R4I/G79DHZGK/FQT9R4IG79DHZGK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/9R4I/G79DHZGK/FQT9R4IG79DHZGK.SMALL.jpg craftydan Ah, Paracord!  The manliest of cordage.  So compact and tough that it's the cord of choice for nuts who like jumping out of airplanes. Looking at the guides available, though, you might start to think it's only useful for lanyards and fobs.  Today I'll show you the steps to turn it into a snappy ...
By: craftydan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:10:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lock-a-door-using-paracord/
Lock a door using paracord - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/BCHO/G7CN3PWN/FT4BCHOG7CN3PWN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/BCHO/G7CN3PWN/FT4BCHOG7CN3PWN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/BCHO/G7CN3PWN/FT4BCHOG7CN3PWN.SMALL.jpg The Skinnerz This instructable will show you how to temporarily lock a standard, internal door from inside or out, using a minimum of 4 feet of cord (and a padlock if you are locking the door from the outside) although for ease of use, a large paper clip and some sort of hook and a keyring can be added. Attach...
By: The Skinnerz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Mar 2010 08:05:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Survival-Necklace/
Paracord Survival Necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/RVBZ/G7CUGMKZ/FYCRVBZG7CUGMKZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/RVBZ/G7CUGMKZ/FYCRVBZG7CUGMKZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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/Corbra-Weave-Key-Fob/
Cobra Weave Key Fob - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/01GR/G79D467C/FI101GRG79D467C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/01GR/G79D467C/FI101GRG79D467C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/01GR/G79D467C/FI101GRG79D467C.SMALL.jpg tevers94 You may have seen my instructables on paracord bracelets, well this is the same design with a few variations.  I used to reach in my pockets and have to search for my keys.  Now i reach in and go right for the key fob.  These can be all one color, or multi colored.  Supplies -6ft of gutted parac...
By: tevers94

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Mar 2010 17:54:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-perfect-Whipped-Paracord-Staff-Hand-grip/
Double-perfect Whipped Paracord Staff Hand-grip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/04X8/G79F1DUG/FGI04X8G79F1DUG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/04X8/G79F1DUG/FGI04X8G79F1DUG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/04X8/G79F1DUG/FGI04X8G79F1DUG.SMALL.jpg Kiteman Whipping is the traditional way of binding the end of a rope to prevent it fraying.  Synthetic cords can be melted, but natural fibres need whipping, and melting is ugly. Whipping can also be used to create hand-grips on walking sticks. This is my own variation on a method known as "perfect whipp...
By: Kiteman

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