Macrame & Knots

Macrame is the art of tying knots to make wall hangings and household items such as plant holders, tablecloths and hanging lamps. You can also make wearable items such as belts, necklaces and...

Chinese decorative knots add a bit of flare and beauty to any project, whether it is in jewelry, hanging ornaments or clothing. Trying to learn how to make these knots requires a lot of patience...

A Sailor's Knot Bracelet uses what is known as a Turk's Head knot. It is actually a continuous braid.

A plait is a complex intertwining using strands of flexible material. A four-strand plait has uses in a diverse range of applications, including bracelet making, hair braiding and knee surgery....

Looping a home made rug is not difficult, but keeping the rows straight is trying and making your loops long enough is difficult. When you are finished reading this article, you will be ready to...

A clinging Clara is a type of hitch knot. It comes in handy when you need to tie a small line to a larger line of rope. A clinging Clara knot is used to secure large boats to a dock, or when you...

A double constrictor hitch is the strongest and most secure of the simple hitches. It is commonly used in conditions where a single constrictor might slip as when tying it to a pipe or tube made...

A double marline hitch is used as permanent binding when multiple hitchings are needed. It is most commonly found as the first and last hitch in a row for additional security in a long row of...

The monkey fist is so named for its resemblance to a fist. It was originally designed to serve as a weight on a heaving line, and a stone may be securely placed inside the knot to provide...

Jug slings are used to tie a rope to a bottle that has a long narrow neck with a lip. They are secure knots that do not require the end of a rope and can easily be untied. The double jug sling is...

The rolling hitch knot is the knot to use if you find yourself sailing with a jammed winch and you need to take the tension off the winch rope. Or, should you find yourself overboard holding on to...

Macrame is a form of craftwork similar to sewing or knitting, which uses a series of knots to bind rope or cord together. This simple method can be used to create a multitude of different...