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The monkey\u2019s fist knot is a compact ball of interwoven loops. Today, it\u2019s used mostly for decoration, but it has a practical origin. The monkey’s fist knot was originally developed by sailors who needed a weighted end for the heaving lines used to cast ropes from ship to shore or ship to ship.<\/p>\n

In this illustrated guide, we walk you through how to tie this nautical staple. Use it the next time you\u2019re captaining a ship or to just create a cool-looking keychain for your kid.<\/p>\n

Illustration by Ted Slampyak<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The monkey\u2019s fist knot is a compact ball of interwoven loops. Today, it\u2019s used mostly for decoration, but it has a practical origin. The monkey’s fist knot was originally developed by sailors who needed a weighted end for the heaving lines used to cast ropes from ship to shore or ship to ship. 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