Square Knot and Granny Knot
The square and granny knots are the most popular of all general purpose knots.
- The Square Knot sequence is: Right over left, left over right -- or, left over right, right over left
- The Granny Knot sequence is: Right over left, right over left -- or, left over right, left over right
How to Tie a Square Knot:
1. For tying both the square knot and the granny knot, the first step is twist two ropes together. Right over left.
2. Square Knot -- left over right, under then through.
3. Square Knot -- When pulled tight, the strands from the same rope come back out of the knot together, in the same direction.
How to Tie a Granny Knot:
2. Granny Knot -- right over left, under then through.
3. Granny Knot -- When pulled tight, the strands from the same rope come out of the knot on different sides.
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