Resources

Paracord Knot Instructions

Below are some helpful resources for different projects that can be made on our jigs:

https://jigproshop.com/cobraknot.pdf
http://www.paracordguild.com/category/paracord-projects/
https://www.primalsurvivor.net/paracord-bracelet-patterns/
http://paracord-projects.blogspot.com/
https://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/paracord-lanyard.html
http://www.crafts4camp.com/2012/02/paracord-survival-bracelet.html
http://www.addictedtocookies.com/text/Instructables/Woven-paracord-braceletwatchband.pdf
http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-watchbandbracelet-with-a-side-release-bu/
http://stormdranespbtutorial.blogspot.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYhBkeyZVsE&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaeuw26e4ts&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4b5AYJdfNYQ&feature=related

Monkey Fist Instructions

Please note: For our Multi-Monkey Jigs that utilize wooden dowels:
The dowels are made to fit tight intentionally so they won't work loose while working on a project. We recommend using dry bar soap or candle wax to help start them. We advise against trying to make the holes larger, sanding the dowels, or using liquid soap or petroleum-based products on them, as these will cause the dowels to swell.

https://jigproshop.com/monkeyfist.pdf
http://diyready.com/make-paracord-monkey-fist/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0rryhLn7NQ

Knitting Spool Instructions

The Knitting Spool can be used similarly to a lucet or a French knit. The devices shown in the links below are different, but the same concepts can be utilized on our Knitting Spool, using from 2 to 8 prongs. Note: We recommend a lighter cord than 550# Type III Paracord when using more than 4 prongs, as larger cord can become difficult to work with once you get a knot going.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jC6sKnq_sE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW3wYkcGaok
http://www.wikihow.com/French-Knit

EASY Assist Former Mandrel Instructions

To use your EASY Assist Former Mandrel, simply set your top row of cotter pins, then choose the row at the approximate length you would like for your knot and set the remaining pins in that row of holes. You can use the included rubber bands to hold your loose ends at the top.
If your cotter pins seem to sit loose in the holes or fall out, (this happens sometimes due to variances between batches from the manufacturer) we recommend using a small flathead screwdriver or other flat object to open the ends of the pin a bit so they apply outward pressure to the sides of the holes to hold them in place.
To approximate your cord length, measure the cord from the top pin to the first pin in the bottom row you reach and multiply that by double the bight count. (We recommend adding at least ten feet or so for your ends the first time - more for higher bight counts).
Beginning your knot at the top, pass the cord over and under when specified, until you have reached back to the starting point to complete your first lead. You may then fill in the remaining space with additional leads or interweaves (more experienced users).
When completed, slide the knot onto the chosen core (use a core as close to, but not more than the diameter of the mandrel), and clean up and tuck any loose ends or use them to tie off on to an end lanyard.

People are always coming up with new ideas for paracord projects, so we also like to recommend performing a search on Google or YouTube every once in a while, as these will yield almost unlimited resources for different projects to pursue.