Jordan Frazier
Knot Tying Expert
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Co-authored Articles (18)
How to
Tie Strong Knots
Whether you’re setting up a campsite or tying cargo to the top of your car, it’s always good to know a few strong knots to make things more secure. No matter what situation you find yourself in, practicing some usefu...
How to
Untie Tight Knots
Untying a tight knot can be tricky. In most cases, the trick is to simply push part of the knot through to the other side. You might also be able to push a skewer or a similar instrument through the center of the knot ...
How to Quickly Create and Modify a Square Knot
An easy-to-follow guide to folding and modifying square knots Need a quick knot that’ll hold fast? Look no further than the square knot, also called the reef knot! The square knot is a simple beginner’s knot with man...
How to
Tie an Adjustable Knot
Whether you’re making a friendship bracelet or needing to tie your camping gear to a post, knowing how to make an adjustable knot is a really useful skill. While there are dozens of different kinds of adjustable knots,...
How to
Make a Paracord Lanyard
If you're getting crafty with paracord, making a lanyard can be a fun project that can also prove to come in handy in potentially dangerous situations. To make your very own paracord lanyard, all you need are a few suppl...
How to
Make a Box Knot Scoubidou
This is how to do the scoubidou box knot. If you are first starting out with Scoubis, this is a good beginner knot to learn with.
How to
Tie a Bowline Knot
The bowline is the "King of Knots" in the boating world. Typically, a bowline is used for boats, like tying a solid piece of rope to a cleat or bollard at a dock.. 02 January 2025. The bowline, pronounced 'Bowlin' not ...
How to
Tie an Arbor Knot
An arbor knot is one of the most basic knots that you can tie and is commonly used to attach fishing reel to fishing spools. Arbor knots consist of two simple overhand knots and can provide more security than a simple ov...
How to
Tie a Quick Release Knot (Highwayman's Hitch)
Quick-release knots are those that you can undo with a simple tug, and the highwayman’s hitch is perhaps the most popular one. It looks like a complicated, secure knot when it’s tied, but a quick tug and it comes com...
How to
Tie a Loop Knot
It's easy to create a loop on the end of a thread or line for a loop knot. These types of knots are particularly useful in fishing for attaching the hook to the line. Some common loop knots you can try are the Kreh loop ...
How to
Tie an Overhand Knot
The overhand knot is very simple, but also very secure. There are a variety of ways to tie the knot, depending on how tight you need the rope to be.
How to
Tie Boating Knots
A basic knot may be enough to join two pieces of string for a project, but when it comes to boating, you will need to use different kinds of knots. The type of knot you use depends on what you are tying it to and the pur...
How to
Tie a Clove Hitch Knot
The clove hitch knot is fairly simple, and it can be useful for securing ropes to trees, posts, or poles. One benefit of this knot is it's fairly easy to adjust the length of the rope if you need to. It's often used in b...
How to
Tie Celtic Knots
Celtic knots are a type of knotwork that are often endless and feature interlacing lines with no beginning or end. They’re a prominent part of Celtic art.. 02 January 2025. Celtic knots look great for decorative purpos...
How to
Tie a Constrictor Knot
The constrictor knot is simple, versatile, and especially useful for holding things in place. This knot has the ability to tighten itself around an object without becoming loose. There are several variations of how to t...
How to
Tie a Trinity Knot
When you want to make a statement at formal events, try out a trinity knot. Trinity knots are inspired by Celtic art and are as deeply symbolic as they are stylish. Simple outfits and subtle tie patterns pair best with t...
A Complete Beginner’s Guide to the Albright Special Fishing Knot
Learn exactly when, why, and how to use the Albright special Ready to head out for an early morning fly fishing trip? If so, we have the perfect knot for you! The Albright Knot (also known as the Albright Special) is a s...
Understanding the Celtic Trinity Knot Symbol: A Complete Guide
Explore the history of this Celtic love symbol (& how to tie one yourself) Odds are that you’ve seen a Celtic trinity knot somewhere before: three interconnected loops making up an elegant triangle shape. But what does...
