Special Knots

How to tie special knots.

Special Knots

Special Knots

Bell Ringer's Knot

Bell Ringer's Knot

Shorten rope to keep it off the ground or deck.

Decorative interwoven rectangular mat.

Chain of loops used for decoration and rope storage.

Component of the back splice and various decorative knots.

Double Coin Knot

Double Coin Knot

Decorative knot based on the Carrick Bend used in crafts and mats.

Weak, unreliable trick knot that distorts under tension.

Medium-sized, symmetrical necktie knot suitable for formal and professional settings.

Shorten rope or take up slack without cutting or damaging the rope.

Single Rope Braid

Single Rope Braid

Decorative braid used for bracelets, keychains, and other craft projects.

Basic rappel harness fashioned using rope or webbing.

Simple symmetric knot found in mathematics, religion and art.

Symmetrical, wide necktie knot, ideal for formal settings.