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
Do not use the Square Knot or Granny Knot for any application which requires a secure knot. This is provided to illustrate the difference between the square knot and the granny knot. These are not a climbing or mountaineering knot.
How to Tie a Square Knot
Step 1.
For tying both the square knot and the granny knot, the first step is twist two ropes together. Right over left.
Step 2.
Square Knot -- left over right, under then through.
Step 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:
Step 1.
Twist two ropes right over left.
Step 2.
Granny Knot -- right over left, under then through.
Step 3.
Granny Knot -- When pulled tight, the strands from the same rope come out of the knot on different sides.
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Step 1.
Twist two ropes right over left.
Step 2.
Granny Knot -- right over left, under then through.
Step 3.
Granny Knot -- When pulled tight, the strands from the same rope come out of the knot on different sides.
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