Page 304 - Buck Tilton - Outward Bound Ropes, Knots, and Hitches 2 ed.

Decoratively, the monkey’s fist is popular as a large and

attractive end to any cord, especially if the cord will be used
as a pull-string. It is most often tied as a two-ply or three-ply

knot. (A three-ply knot is illustrated here.) It can be tied
larger than a three-ply. In addition to being tied around a

spherical object (a marble or golf ball would work fine for
small jobs), it can be tied around your hand as a starting
point; this is known as the sailor’s method and is shown

here.

Monkey’s Fist: Step 3