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Blog1-Strand Diamond Knot (DK1)
The Single Strand Diamond Knot, also known as the Celtic Button Knot, adds weight and decoration to a single rope end. Versatile for flogger falls, trailing cords, and decorative finishes.
BlogHandle Cores
A wooden dowel core gives a flogger handle the solid, substantial feel that rope alone can't quite match. Adds firmness, balance, and a deliberate weight to every build.
BlogSimple Wrap Handle (SWH)
The Simple Wrap Handle is the most basic handle technique in flogger-making — a clean rope wrap around the core strands. Quick to build and pairs well with a wooden core for added firmness.
BlogHalf-Hitch Handle (HHH)
The Half-Hitch Handle wraps the flogger handle in a clean spiral that holds firm, consistent tension. Nearly as quick to build as a Simple Wrap, with a more sculpted, finished look.
Blog6 Strand Matthew Walker Knot (MWK6)
The Six Strand Matthew Walker Knot is the transition that joins a flogger's handle to its falls — typically one of the first knots tied, anchoring the design that follows in both directions.
Blog2-Strand Diamond Knot (DK2)
The Two Strand Diamond Knot creates a clean woven pattern running perpendicular to the rope — a decorative finish that also adds useful weight wherever it's tied.
BlogClove Hitch & Constrictor Knot
The Clove Hitch and Constrictor Knot are nearly identical bundling techniques with one telling difference — the Clove Hitch undoes easily, while the Constrictor grips so tightly it can be permanent.
BlogCrown Knots & Wall Knots
The Crown Knot and Wall Knot are mirror images of each other — one is the other tied upside-down. Together they're the foundations behind many more advanced flogger knots.
TutorialHeel Tie - Stirrup Style
Like high heels on your partner? Want to keep them from kicking them off?
TutorialExtended Lark's Head Double Column
This is the Extended Double Column. It can bind two things that cannot be place closely together, like your elbows
TutorialLark's Head Double Column
This reverse-tension double column is simple to apply and is snug and secure.
TutorialLark's Head Single Column
This reverse-tension single column is attractive, lies relatively flat, and is very secure. It is also the first step in many harness.
Creating a SceneFall Colors - Quadruped
Includes bonus pictures from this playful set, just for fun!
TutorialBunny Ties
Tie your partner’s wrists behind their neck in such a way that their elbows stick up like bunny ears!
TutorialBikini Harness
This is a very simple and popular harness and a good first layer upon which to build additional bondage
TutorialFisherman's Knot
A fisherman's knot is used to semi-permanently join the ends of two ropes together
TutorialPentagram Harness v2
This attractive harness can be lots of fun for religious- or occult-themed scenes.
TutorialFrog Tie
A frog tie is just a double column tie applied in such a way so as to tie the ankle to the thigh
TutorialWrap & Cinch Double Column
This forward-tension double column is simple to apply and is snug and secure.
TutorialClassic (Square Knot) Double Column
When a rigger says simply “Double Column” this is probably what they are talking about (or you can use any DC you like).
TutorialApplying a Handcuff Knot
This is how to properly apply the various handcuff knots on this site, making them almost inescapable!
TutorialWoven Hip Harness - One-Sided - Locked with Half-hitch
This attractive harness is fast to tie, looks amazing and is suitable for horizontal side suspensions on one side (hip weave side down). This version is locked with a Half Hitch at the back.
BlogThe art of the self-tie
On the awkward art of self-tying — setting the mood, picking a tutorial, and the difference between practicing alone and practicing with another person.
BlogSpatial Transformation
Preparing my rope space for the first guest: a vacuum, some plants, warm lights, and a detour through how smartphones make me a worse host than I want to be.