Small pineapple knot
In this tutorial I demonstrate how to tie a small pineapple knot. The pineapple knot is one of the most commonly used interweaves for a regular turk’s head. If done in a single color it may resemble a...
View ArticlePineapple knot- 12 lead 12 bight
Let’s tie a proper pineapple knot! I already demonstrated how to tie a pineapple knot out of a 5L4b turk’s head. In the video tutorial below I feature a tutorial on making a 12L12B pineapple knot,...
View ArticleNorton knot
The Norton knot is a beauty! In this tutorial I will demonstrate how simple it is to tie a Norton knot. My first encounter wit the knot was in the book by Tom Hall (Introduction to Turk’s head knots)....
View ArticleMulti strand star knot
In this article I present the multi strand star knot. I have in the past shown you how to tie a single strand star knot. While the knot has many decorative purposes, the multi strand version is at...
View Article2 strand wall knot
In this tutorial I demonstrate the 2 strand wall knot. This knot is very handy. It can be used in making keychains, lanyards and even bracelets. I have in the past shown you how to tie a multi strand...
View ArticleSailor’s cross knot
In this tutorial we take a look at the sailor’s cross knot. This is another great way to make a paracord cross. This design is quite popular and I have been tempted for a long time to try it. I have...
View ArticleLambda knot
In this quick tutorial we will learn how to tie the Lambda knot.The knot is also known as the ABoK number 554. It is a neat little decorative knot that has a place on lanyards, keychains, necklaces and...
View ArticleBraided paracord belt
In this tutorial I demonstrate how to make a braided paracord belt. I really like how braided belts look like. Sadly they are a bit underused and I think this is mostly due to the fact that braids are...
View ArticleKringle mat
In this tutorial I demonstrate how to tie the Kringle mat. This is another neat looking rope mat that you can use to make door mats, coasters or similar projects. Although it may seem complicated at...
View ArticleTriangular mat
In this tutorial I demonstrate how to tie a triangular mat. Triangular mats are like a trophy wife or husband. Good for sitting in a corner and looking pretty :). This is a simple triangular mat that...
View ArticleBraided/woven rock sling
This time we make one of the most basic ranged weapons. I have in the past featured a basic paracord rock sling design. This tutorial is on a slightly more decorative version of the sling. As far as...
View Article3 pass Spanish ring knot
In this article I show you how to tie a 3 pass Spanish ring knot. We have already covered the 2 pass Spanish ring knot. The 3 pass version is in my opinion nicer looking. The knot itself has a...
View ArticleChevron knot
This time we take a look at the exotic chevron knot. This knot has a V-pattern on the center of the knot, which makes it quite different than most turk’s head knots. It is made in two colors. It is...
View ArticleParacord grenade
In this quick tutorial I show you how to make a paracord grenade, a neat way to store paracord. This paracord grenade design is probably one of the simplest to make. It is basically a three layer cobra...
View ArticleBuying paracord wholesale
In this article I wanted to share with you my experience with a wholesale purchase of paracord. Because I use up a lot of paracord and I also want to expand my business, I have decided to go with a...
View ArticleGaucho fan knot bracelet
In this tutorial I show you how to make a gaucho fan knot bracelet. This style of bracelet is quite rare. It takes time and patience to make and also a basic understanding of turk’s head knots. Still,...
View ArticleHerringbone paracord bracelet
In this article I show you how to make a herringbone paracord bracelet. This is another bracelet that you can make with type I paracord. I have in the past shown you how to tie a gaucho fan knot...
View Article2 color hansen knot bracelet
In this tutorial I demonstrate how to make a 2 color hansen knot bracelet. The hansen knot is an easy way to interweave a long turk’s head knot into a more exotic bracelet. It gives it a gaucho look,...
View Article3 color hansen knot bracelet
In this tutorial I demonstrate how to tie the 3 color hansen knot bracelet. I have already demonstrated how to make a 2 color hansen knot bracelet. The 3 color version is not much different. But the...
View ArticlePricing products- strategies and tips
How to price your craft items? This is such a common question in the community that it deserves to be covered in a separate article. I wrote a tiny bit on underselling before, but this time we are...
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