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Tying knots is a great skill for use with neckties, ropes and in camping. Practice tying ties and knots with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video series on knots and ties.
There are 18 videos in this series:
An overhead knot is mostly used to tie together two pieces of independent string. Tie an overhead knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
A tie is usually tied with a basic Windsor knot that allows the necktie to fall at the belt line. Tie a tie with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying neckties.
In knot tying, the bowline knot is one of the easiest and most basic knots. Tie a bowline knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
A clove hitch knot isn't technically a knot, but rather a kind of macrame technique. Tie a clove hitch with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
A figure-eight knot is tied for use as a stopper knot or to hold something with a loop. Tie a figure-eight with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
The square knot is one of the oldest knots that has been tied for years by mariners. Tie a proper square knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
An overhand knot is one of the easiest knots that most people know how to use. Tie an overhand knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
The impossible knot trick is done by forming a knot with the arms. Perform the impossible knot trick with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
A sheet bend knot is used to tie two ropes of different sizes together. Tie a sheet bend knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
An overhand knot, or granny knot, creates a lot of tension in a piece of rope. Tie a granny knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
Tying a lark's head knot is useful for hanging a swing or using knots that aren't on the actual rope. Tie a lark's head knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
A double Windsor is a necktie knot that doubles the technique of the regular Windsor. Tie a double Windsor knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying neckties.
A square knot is tied with four cords and encompasses two center ropes. Tie a square knot with four cords with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
When tying a necktie, the thick end should initially hang around the belly button. Tie a necktie with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying ties.
Tying a square knot the right way means pulling two loops together. Tie a square knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
A slipknot is useful because it is easy to untie after the knot is made. Tie a slipknot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying knots.
When tying a Windsor knot for a necktie, make sure that the tie isn't too short or long. Tie a Windsor knot with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying neckties.
A Windsor knot is the basic knot used in tying neckties. Tie a Windsor knot properly with tips from a knot tying specialist in this free video on tying neckties.
A broad base of knot tying knowledge will allow you to secure tent poles, carry bottles and secure tarps and tents to stakes and trees. There are a number of different knots that can be tied for uses in different situations or to satisfy unique needs. Along with knots that are tied with ropes for use in the great outdoors, there are also numerous knots that can be used with neckties and bow ties. In this free video series, a knot tying specialist demonstrates how to tie a number of different knots, including an overhead knot, a bowline knot and a figure-eight knot. Additionally, different necktie tying techniques are explained, such as the Windsor and double Windsor. Knots have many uses, and these tips will outline the practical as well as the fashionable uses.
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