Binding Knots

How to tie a binding knot.

Binding Knots

Binding Knots

Canadian Jam Knot

Canadian Jam Knot

Ratcheting loop for binding or securing loads.

Constrictor Knot

Constrictor Knot

Secure temporary or semi-permanent binding or clamp.

Double Constrictor

Double Constrictor

More secure version of the Constrictor Knot for semi-permanent binding/clamping.

Granny Knot

Simple but insecure binding knot prone to slipping or jamming.

Jar Sling Knot (bight method)

Jar Sling Knot (bight method)

Useful sling knot used for carrying jars, bottles, or cylindrical containers.

Jar Sling Knot (end method)

Jar Sling Knot (end method)

Useful sling knot used for carrying jars, bottles, or cylindrical containers.

Miller's Knot

Binding knot for closing the neck of a bag or sack.

Packer's Knot

Securely bind meat, parcels, bundles or bales.

Slipped Lapp Knot

Slipped Lapp Knot

Adjustable drawstring binding knot.

Slipped Miller's Knot

Slipped Miller's Knot

Quick-release binding knot for closing bags or sacks.

Square Knot

Simple binding knot for securing objects, not suitable for joining two ropes.

Strangle Knot

Tight binding knot for cylindrical objects or bag necks.

Surgeon's Knot

Slightly more secure variation of the square knot.

Thief Knot

Binding knot used to detect tampering.

Turk's Head (Mat)

Turk's Head (Mat)

Decorative braided mat.

Turk's Head (Woggle)

Turk's Head (Woggle)

Decorative braided knot on a staff or used as a neckerchief slide.

Woodland Zip-tie

Woodland Zip-tie

Binding knot that cinches down and locks in place.

⚠️ Verify tying technique with a skilled instructor where knot failure could cause property damage, injury, or death.

Knot Categories

Knot Types

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