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Used for joining two lines together, good for fishing lines due to its compact size and the fact that it does not easily jam. Tie an overhand knot around the standing part of the other line with both ends, then pull tight.

Joins two ropes together, especially if they are of different thicknesses. Make a loop in one rope. Pass the end of the other rope through the loop, behind the looped rope, and then back under its own standing part.

Prevents the end of a rope from fraying or passing through a hole. Create a larger knot at the end of the rope, often by making a simple overhand knot with additional twists before tightening.

Used to secure a rope to an object and as a component in a wide variety of more complex knots. Pass the end of the rope around the object and then through the loop thus created.

A method for joining two heavy ropes together. Lay the ends of two ropes over each other, forming a shape like an 'S'. Weave the ends over and under where the ropes cross, then tighten.

Commonly used to secure a rope to an anchor. Wrap the rope around the anchor shank, then pass the working end around the standing part and bring it through the loop that has been formed.

Used to tie a rope to a cleat, especially on docks and boats. Wrap the rope around the base of the cleat, make a figure eight around the arms, and lock the rope under its own part with a final half hitch.

Used to tightly bind two objects together. Wrap the rope around the objects twice and bring both ends over the wrap, then tuck them under the last wrap in opposite directions.

Used to bind a bundle or package, or to tie the ends of a single line together. Tie a simple overhand knot, and then tie another overhand knot with the opposite ends.

Creates a secure loop in the middle of a rope. Twist the rope to form a loop, then twist the loop and pull it down behind the rope, passing the working end through the loop.

Used to attach a rope to a rod, pole, or another rope that is under tension. Wrap the working end around the object a couple of times, then bring it over itself and the standing part before tucking the working end under the last wrap.

A stopper knot that prevents a rope from running out of retaining devices. Make an underhand loop, and then pass the working end over and down through the loop.

Used to drag a log or to secure a load in place. Wrap the end of a rope around the object, then twist the working end around the standing part several times before pulling tight.

Used to form a fixed loop at the end of a rope. Make a small loop, then pass the end of the rope through the loop, around the standing part, and back down through the loop.