Page 67 - Geoffrey Budworth, Jason Dalton "The Little Book of Incredibly Useful Knots"

Stopped loop

Basic, even primitive, this loop knot is suitable for coarse string and odd jobs in the garage,

workshop, and kitchen, but should not be employed for more demanding outdoor pursuits or
sporting purposes.

Tie a simple overhand (see page 292) close to the working end (1), then tie another at a distance
from the first that is twice as far as the intended final length of the loop required (2). Tuck the

knotted end through this second knot so that it lies alongside its own standing part (3). Pull
everything tight to finish the stopped loop (4).