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Miscellaneous Knots

The simple chain sinnet is the chain sinnet most often
used in the world of knot tying. In addition to being
decorative, it also serves, when tied loosely, as a method
of packing short pieces of cord or rope in a manner that
prevents tangling, a useful device for campers, climbers,
and boaters. This method allows the cord or rope to be
untied from the chain with ease. Once tied, the cord
assumes an interesting elasticity.

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Simple Ch XXin Sinnet Simple Cha
XXin Sinnet
(Monkey Chain): Step 3 (Monkey Chain): Step 4

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Tuck a third loop through the Continue to add loops to the
second loop. At this point be- sinnet until you reach the de-
gin to tighten and arrange the sired length. Thread the work-
loops as you go along. Note: No ing end through the final loop
tightening is necessary if the to lock the knot.
cord or rope is being prepared
for packing or storage.

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