Introduction: Barrel Knot
The barrel knot is a simple but attractive stopper knot at the end of a cord.
You will need a hemostat, forceps or needle nose pliers.
It is easier to tie if a small diameter dowel or metal rod is used.
Step 1:
Wrap cord around rod one time.
Step 2:
and again.
Step 3:
And a third time.
Step 4:
Go through the center of the knot with your hemostat and grab the cord end.
Step 5:
Pull the end through the knot.
Step 6:
Tighten on the rod as far as possible. Remove the rod and complete tightening if necessary.
Step 7: Extended Barrel Knot
Wrap the cord end around the rod an additional time (or more) and as before grab the cord end with the hemostat and . . . .
Step 8:
. . . . pull the cord end through the knot.
Step 9:
Tighten the knot on the rod. remove the rod and complete tightening if necessary.