10 strand Matthew Walker + 5 strand plait

This is a 10 strand variation of how I start most of my bellropes and keyfobs. The 5 strand plait is very easy. The 10 strand Matthew Walker is on the other hand is much harder. Having said that if you take it one step at a time, don't cut corners, and put it together in a methodical way you should get the hang of it. It is after all just a series of overhand knots, easy eh?!
Hope this is of some use, please let me know. If you like my video please share and like, It all helps.
All the cord I use in my videos is made by me on my own rope walk. I sell cord in a range of colours through my shop, here's the link.
bloodknot.bigcartel.com/
I learnt this MW tying method from Mikko Snellman who has some really wonderful knotting videos. I'll put a link below, he also sells great knotting tools and hard laid cord.
/ @mikkosnellman

[@dilsonrosario9730]

Good Afternoon !!! Very good

[@conniepliley]

I have to keep starting the video over cuz I keep falling asleep listening to his incredibly peaceful and calm voice.

[@plemas]

My family’s are always teasing me that I’m helping people sleep all over the world. 🤦‍♂️😊

[@RienDekker]

Haha yeah, maybe you should also make ASMR video’s sir, perfect voice. Thanks for this lesson.

[@TheBradinator214]

I'm in boy scouts and I've been deemed the "knot guy" of our troop for my interest, knowledge, and skill of all the knots and more that we use in boy scouts. I just want to say that this knot is beautiful and I would really like to incorporate it into some of my knot related projects soon. It was well explained and fairly easy to follow. Good job!

[@plemas]

Thanks so much for your interest and kind words Good luck with it, it’s a very satisfying knot to tie

[@garyweybright3227]

Claudia here, this was great, never seen anything like it before! Thanks for sharing

[@plemas]

You are kind thanks for taking the time to comment

[@brianwhite9555]

The MW knot is very handsome! First time I've ever watched someone else tie it. As a young sailor(US Navy), I purchased Clifford Ashley's Book of Knots in 1972. During a 6 month deployment to SE Asia, I taught myself to tie many knots, eventually learning the MW. I've only tied it with 6 strands, and I commend your 10 strand example. My other favorites to tie are the Turks Head and Monkey Fist. I guess I need to get back into a bit of macrame' and fancy rope work. Thanks for posting this!

[@plemas]

Thanks for your kindness and I’m pleased you enjoyed it. My only sea experience is in other people’s boats. My father was a merchant seaman and taught me some fancy knot Work when I was a kid. I’ve always loved the beauty and the usefulness of good knots.

[@lizabethkane7044]

Actually, enjoy macreme, knitting & fly-fishing, but quite honestly, I could listen to this chap's voice ALL DAY LONG.., 👍🍀

[@plemas]

You are kind, thank you very much. 😊

[@lizabethkane7044]

@@plemas 👍you are very talented, thanks for sharing.

[@cocotimbo]

Very well done, Philip!!!

[@plemas]

Thanks, I appreciate it. 🙏

[@elviraobregon5225]

I remember seeing kids in high school making this braid for key holders over 50 years ago. I could barely hear the instructions, instructor is very soft spoken. Very interesting video, thank you.

[@plemas]

Thanks Elvira, and I apologize for the sound levels.

[@howtowithelizabeth7513]

Elvira Obregon I clicked this randomly and I have headphones on there on full blast along with my phones volume it’s still somewhat quiet Cool knot though

[@plemas]

Elizabeth Marks-Graham I know the sound levels are pretty hopeless. Sorry

[@ResaReesa]

@@plemas it is low, but, I could hear you and found your voice soothing. Also, close captioning helps. I have it on for all the videos I watch. For some, it's distracting to see the captions, but, it isn't for me. Informative video. I've not seen this kind of knot before. It popped up in my feed/suggested videos.

[@plemas]

@@ResaReesa Hi Resa, I'm glad you like it. I have just put up another tutorial video which shows this knot, along with others, used in a complete project. The project is a miniature cat of nine tails. The sound is better but perhaps I've now lost the soothing element.

[@bon47ful]

Zowie! Nice work, Philip. You embody the Zen of knot tying. 💕

[@plemas]

You are too kind. I’m still a novice I’m afraid but I’m flattered anyway 😊

[@davegehr]

Beautiful finished MW knot, and I picked up a few tips during the tightening process. Thank you for this! Very nice cordage too.

[@plemas]

Excellent, I'm always pleased to pass on even a few tips. Everything I know is built on what I've learnt from others, so it's only right to give a bit back.

[@gerribearden9290]

Beautiful and neatly done, great soft voice.

[@plemas]

gerri bearden 😊 I’m always surprised anyone can hear me.

[@jenbo2490]

Why am I watching this? I fell asleep watching bird bath battles--- but I watched to the end baffled but impressed non the less. Well done. rgds from France.

[@plemas]

Thanks from Australia to France. I'm helping people sleep all across the world ;)

[@jenbo2490]

Thx for your answer I hope you are all right-the fires recently blazing in Australia have been worrying me especially as my father and 4 brothers and sister and my ex-husband live in Melbourne, or at least Victoria. I think we even sent fire fighters from France.Your video didn't send me to sleep at all. I love anything creative and am always looking for new ideas though I would never reach your expertise. I have got some jute somewhere perhaps I'll have a go. Take care. rgds Jenny

[@plemas]

Hi Jenny, I hope your family are all right. Some areas I know well have been burnt out but we are quite safe. We had 6 weeks of constant smoke blanketing the city which was awful but nothing compared to the poor people closer to the devastation.

[@markburr3638]

Mesmerizing! Love the look of this. I will be looking to give it a try! Thank you for doing this video, will look out for others you do, thanks

[@plemas]

Thanks Mark, you are kind. I have plenty more, I hope you enjoy them also.

[@plemas]

Hope you find my video useful. If so please consider supporting my endeavours by checking out my store. I have a small selection of hand made hard laid cord for sale. Traditional hard laid cord is the perfect cord for this style of decorative knotting. If you've not used it, it will change your knotting forever. bloodknot.bigcartel.com/

[@vyranlaise8356]

Wow I'm speechless. I can tie any fishing knot. Never thought of trying something a little bigger. I stopped by your store and took a look. The one I like is the hemp look. When you get more in stock. I would love to tie some new knots. Thanks for sharing

[@plemas]

Thanks for your interest. I’ll be spinning up some more cord this week. 👌

[@magalou2087]

Me encanto !!! Muchas gracias por el paso a paso. Lo usare en mis colgantes tejidos para masetas!!! Saludos desde argentina!!

[@susannaude8514]

This is beautiful !! Thank you kind sir!

[@plemas]

And thank you for commenting. You are kind

[@aleburdick9914]

Thank you for share your amazing creations Love your jewelry design work

[@Nik2Abayonvlog]

Wow salamat kapatid to share your video gagayahin ko ang craft mo.

[@gustavogarcia7935]

Muy hermoso nudo gracias por compartir sus conocimientos

[@Norfolk250]

I like that your sleeves match your cords!

[@plemas]

Style in all things 😊

[@steviehammond1964]

Beautifully done, thank you!!!

[@plemas]

My pleasure, 😊 thanks for watching

[@teresaleal3951]

Súper. Gracias por enseñar.

[@jillwalker9400]

Complete and utter magic. Jill Walker

[@plemas]

You are kind. Thanks

[@veemercer1698]

Ok I subscribed on this beauty. Looking forward to challenging myself. Great video.

[@plemas]

Good luck. Take it slow and you’ll get there. It’s a very satisfying knot

[@doodybird5766]

Wow! I like that... My dad made me spend an entire summer learning how to do macrame. I hated it back then but I have been using those knots all my life for different things. Thank you for showing this one, I have seen it but never saw it being made.

[@plemas]

Alisa Edwards Thanks, glad you like my video! My dad also taught me macrame when I was a kid. Hopefully my daughter will carry on the family obsession. I have other fancy knot videos if you’re interested. Thanks again.

[@monitoot]

Thank you, you're an excellent teacher 😊👍🏼شكرًا لك

[@plemas]

You are kind, thanks for taking The time to comment. Please check out some of my other videos and let me know what you think. Thanks again

[@elainegreen5855]

WoW! Those are some mad knot tying skills! I've never seen that before, thank you for sharing.

[@plemas]

Thank you Elaine, you're very kind.

[@audas]

This is an excellent knot. I like making these things for keys - this would be great as the ends could then by turned into individual holders with a running knot.

[@plemas]

Great idea. 👍

[@macfid]

Nice work Philip. Good video.

[@plemas]

Thanks Mac

[@patytrico]

Excelent example! Thank you :)

[@plemas]

Thank you and I’m so pleased you like it. ❤️

[@MabelTyingTuts]

Lovely work and great tutorial!

[@plemas]

that was quick, Thanks Mabel

[@MabelTyingTuts]

Philip Le Masurier I refrained from saying rather stupidly "first" like so many fans on tutorial channels do. I just happened to see it 1 minute after upload.

[@maiaursu7268]

Bravo bravo bravo!!!!

[@plemas]

Thank you, you are kind

[@luizaoates8406]

Thank u very much! Hugs from Brazil!

[@plemas]

Excellent! Trans global hugs!❤️👌

[@ogstopper]

Thank you!!

[@plemas]

You’re most welcome 🙏

[@raisadawas8587]

Waw.. Nice video.. Tq.. Your information..

[@plemas]

Thanks so much. 😊

[@babadeedee214]

Matthew you are a master at knot tying. Towards the end I found myself repeatedly gasping “Wow” I love knot typing and especially the monkey fist & I can’t wait to try this! Thank you for posting. I’ve subscribe 👍🏻😊

[@plemas]

You are kind, thank you. I’ve posted a version of a rose knot which is also very satisfying to tie. Give it a go, if you do try please let me know how you go. 🙏

[@mauriziocesario7902]

Bello e bravissimo...- Nodo difficile...!! 👏⚓

[@lauragonsalez8655]

Que trabajo hay que gustarle ese arte felicitaciones saludos uruguay

[@teslah2997]

I love your voice....so soothing

[@plemas]

Thank you so much. A lot of people struggle to hear me. Goes to show ya can’t please everyone, glad you like my voice though ❤️

[@zoehancock]

Fantastic piece of knotting: it makes me feel a wimp for not tying more than four stands. I love the idea of the cords finding their place. Thanks.

[@plemas]

Thanks Zoe, Try it in hard laid cord, I find it much easier to manage and to keep in line. Paracord is way to floppy for my taste.

[@sandra89435]

Obrigado por ensinar!

[@crazyauntcc9491]

I’m so glad KZbin reccZ your channel as I do macrame & was looking for more interesting ways to join my side weaves on my wall hangings & such. This would be perfect & easy to weave into any piece thanks so much for sharing, I can’t wait to learn more!

[@plemas]

Macrame is such a beautiful art and it’s where I started my knotting journey. Welcome though to the rest of knotting, there are so many more knots to add to and enhance your repertoire.

[@snezanatarajic4699]

Baš vredne ruke imaju poneki ljudi !🌹💕🐾

[@plemas]

Thank you, you are kind

[@trimurthulukavuru4039]

really good

[@peggyr3862]

Love your voice and tone level. Great knots, just wish I knew what they are used for.

[@plemas]

Peggy R thank you for your kindness. If you look through some of my other videos you’ll see this not used pieces I’ve made. It’s function nowadays though is mostly decorative. Traditionally it was used as a stopper knot.

[@momijiyamanishi4548]

I used the 10 loose strands cut at different lengths to put on light catchers of beach glass, elk tooth, seashell, and a die. It looks pretty cool

[@momijiyamanishi4548]

This is a very very good video. I have watched it twice and the second time I was holding my breath when you were pulling the loops up tight. I can see how important that is to be patient. Thank you for such a good video. I am working on one right now.

[@plemas]

Thanks for your kind words and good luck with your knots 😊🙏

[@momijiyamanishi4548]

Someone mentioned stopping by your shop. Where is that located? I live in Oregon. I used the 10 loose strands cut at different lengths to attach light catchers. It looks pretty cool.

[@plemas]

Momiji Yamanishi my shop is online at bloodknot.bigcartel.com Physically I’m in Australia but I send cord all over the world.

[@FaerieFenergles]

What an amazing knot! Thank you.

[@plemas]

Angela Rudge I missed your comment, I’m sorry, and thank you very much. 😊

[@anaclaudiacostalopes8299]

Você é muito didático, beira a perfeição, obrigada 🌻

[@plemas]

You are very kind, thank you, and thank you also for taking the time to comment.

[@mauriziocesario7902]

Bravissimo, un nodo perfetto...!!! ⚓⚓

[@dilsonrosario9730]

Eu também gostei 👍 muito!! Eu sou Marinheiro Mercantis, eu faço esse trabarro !!! Sou do Bresil Angra dos Reis Bresil ❤❤❤❤💯🙏👏👏

[@mssnorg1]

Fancy Braid very nice

[@plemas]

Thanks Patty

[@nirmalaghanti4474]

Beautiful

[@plemas]

Thanks 😊

[@AbdulRehman-cs2mi]

nice work

[@plemas]

Thanks, it’s kind of you to say, 😊

[@noraschreibernorateje5257]

Thank you!

[@plemas]

You're very welcome and thanks for your kindness

[@mdoloresgarciaarjona6919]

Me encanta gracias por compartirlo

[@plemas]

Thanks 🙏

[@jacquitoledo6892]

Muchas gracias, excelente explicación saludos desde Chile.

[@plemas]

🙏 thank you and I’m pleased you found it useful.

[@plemas]

Have a look at my recent Rose Knot video. It’s a fun project

[@jacquitoledo6892]

Muy bien voy a verlo, muchas gracias por la información, saludos.

[@plemas]

@@jacquitoledo6892 You're welcome, and greetings from Australia

[@Bella_gerontologia2025]

Lindo. Maravilloso. Gracias.

[@plemas]

Thanks you are very kind

[@jarjarwithtina3848]

Awesome, I did macrame in high school this is awesome

[@plemas]

You’re kind thanks for commenting 🙏

[@jarjarwithtina3848]

Philip Le Masurier anytime...you’re wicked talented

[@jarjarwithtina3848]

Philip Le Masurier what do you do with that piece after that? I never knew how much work was in making that final knit beautiful

[@plemas]

@@jarjarwithtina3848 Thanks again. Are you on Instagram? I just posted some examples of this knot in my work. I'm @blood_knot on Instagram

[@jarjarwithtina3848]

Philip Le Masurier I used to be I deleted it temporarily cause I needed room come to find out you can’t do that I lost everything followers my drawings everything but I will go take a look...thanks

[@thelongroadwithryan3788]

I havent even tried this and I'm already screaming in frustration😵😁

[@plemas]

Easy when you know how. 😂😂😂

[@ariansarians1297]

Very Nice

[@plemas]

🙏 thank you.

[@asdzani2091]

WOW!

[@plemas]

Thank you

[@doreenwatson-read]

Beautiful , I couldn't hear you at all though and reading the subtitles was difficult and to watch too. I wish it were louder . 👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍

[@plemas]

Sorry about that

[@annetamakara9288]

TURN UP THE GOD DAMN VOLUME 😊

[@Marny5580]

your computer has a volume control ... raise it higher.

[@rachelwalsh1388]

I also turned the volume up on my computer, but I heard everything clearly after that. I loved his work, I will try this for the first time & let him know how I went. Enjoy Peoples! xo

[@Marny5580]

cool!

[@plemas]

Thanks Marny, I have plenty more if you're interested in knotting.

[@boughefila]

20/20 mention excellent ! Les pouces vers le bas allez vous faire exorciser. Jalousez vous l'art ?

[@plemas]

I’m sorry, sadly I only speak English. Thanks for watching and commenting. 😩

[@KnottingKnots]

The snips that you are using at 1:58 are they a particular make and would you recommend?

[@plemas]

Johnny Debt just sent you a message. But yes they are great.

[@zoehancock]

@@plemas What make are they? And what is the name of such things?

[@plemas]

@@zoehancock www.banggood.com/DANIU-Electrical-Cutting-Plier-Wire-Cable-Cutter-Side-Snips-Flush-Pliers-Tool-p-1046482.html?gmcCountry=AU&currency=AUD&createTmp=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA37HhBRC8ARIsAPWoO0yKCiJPrWcxF2flSoPy5h5SUVfricm2mJl-B7BYF0SR18FQOY8Nm1waAl8dEALw_wcB&cur_warehouse=CN

[@graceignacio306]

I'm not sure where am I gonna use that, but it's beautiful hahaha

[@benth162]

OK I watched you go through all the motions and have a great looking knot, but where you left us leaves me wondering what the heck can it be used for?

[@plemas]

Hi and thanks for watching. This knot has traditionally been used as a stopper knot but tied with only the three strands of a rope. The way I've tied it here is a popular knot used in decorative bell ropes. If you google "decorative bell rope" you'll see what I mean..

[@mercedescabrera1110]

Bella grac x compartir de Córdoba

[@plemas]

Thanks 😊

[@dulceangel191]

Cuál Córdoba?

[@plemas]

Bloodknot.bigcartel.com

[@hansdurietz8427]

Nice video! BUT...that's an awkward way of tying it - having to tuck each strand twice. If you - after having made the first overhand knot (at 3:25) - pick up the next strand to the LEFT, and then follow with each strand to the left in succession (going counterclockwise) , instead of, as shown in the video, the next strand to the right (going clockwise), you only have to tuck each strand ONCE. A lot simpler, and quicker! (Following the lead [pun intended] of The Ashley Book of Knots, p. 118, knot # 678).

[@jayj4142]

The way Hans describes is how I do it too...same end results - half the steps.

[@plemas]

same result as you say so you are of course completely right. I find this way a little easier when doing large cord count knots as you don't need to release your thumb when adding the next cord, so the cords are less likely to lose their order.

[@mariaoneideoliveira8996]

Parabéns lindo trabalho eu quero aprender para fazer e vender ter um dinheiro estra

[@plemas]

Thank you, I'm not sure what you're saying but thanks for your interest

[@deysisignori4643]

Good...

[@plemas]

Thanks

[@jayj4142]

Hi, Philip - if I wanted to tie this knot along with a star knot afterward, how long should each cord be to have enough to do the star knot as well, along with another MWK after the star knot? Trying to get an idea of how much cord I’ll need before I begin cutting them into shorter lengths...thank you for sharing this video with us!

[@plemas]

Hi Jay, thanks for your kindness. I’m sorry to say that I’m not much help. I’m hopelessly unmethodical when it comes to lengths and often get it wrong. Sadly I also Never take notes. The down side of making own cord is I don’t really need to be careful with wastage. Sorry, good luck though.

[@heitormarques5256]

Focou linda lindo lindo .....

[@plemas]

Thank you! You’re very kind

[@kopakopananana]

Great work! Is this cotton hard laid cord?

[@plemas]

Mostly a cotton mix but yes it’s hard laid. I make it myself.

[@jumanim4961]

👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏😊

[@idjdbrvvskambvvv9007]

I'm feel like a demigod after successful at this

[@teveoteveo8407]

😘😘😘😘❤

[@plemas]

QUEVIVA AMLO 😊

[@luisfelipetrigo]

thanks for sharing. I add my name to the list of those interested on a video. Also, where do you buy the cord for this kind of work? Season greetings.

[@plemas]

Thanks for your support and interest. I make my own cord. I have a little online shop where I sell to knotters all over the world. bloodknot.bigcartel.com

[@kevinorr328]

I’m very interested in your rope walk. Making hard layer cord is fascinating. Do you mind a link or tutorial for this?

[@plemas]

Hi Kevin and thanks for your interest. I’m afraid I’ve taken a bit of a break from the cord making. Not sure if I’ll start again or not. Sorry.

[@kevinorr328]

@@plemas but...a video on the difference on MAKING good cord as opposed tot he rope make in Boy Scouts? There is rope, and then there is ROPE. pretty-please? I obviously would like to learn to make myself some quality stuff.

[@onslowkeeping7086]

Hello Philip do do I go about getting rope like you are using. I have tried bloodknot. And got no results can you help thank

[@plemas]

I’ve passed my rope business over to a friend. If you check now I think he’s up and running.

[@tashacherry1480]

I'm wondering if instead of buying a ring I should do this when I macrame my plant hanger. My mother used to do it back in the late 70s early 80s and now I'm wondering where I might find the Giant ceramic beads?

[@plemas]

Hi Tasha, Definitely yes. I use this and some easier knots as the hanging end of plant hangers. If you're brave you can do a 12 strand Matther Walker which will leave you with 3 sets of 4 which you can use to make a 3 strand macrame hanger. Good luck

[@giselerangel5749]

Waaaaooo

[@andrewmiller2052]

how much length of cord before you fold over for starting the ten strand matthew walker?

[@jessiesmum169]

Me - trying so hard at my first attempt, then he says, you should practice to begin with, with less strands.....🤦‍♀️

[@plemas]

Oops 😩 sorry.

[@jessiesmum169]

Philip Le Masurier it’s ok, I probably should have watched the whole thing through first 😊

[@marcuz821]

Where can I buy this rope?

[@plemas]

Marcuz hi. Thanks for your interest. The cord is hand made by me and you can get it at bloodknot.bigcartel.com/ if your country’s not listed in the postage options let me know so I can add it.

[@bhanumathiachanta4478]

thanks for the information where it is available

[@plemas]

Thanks for your interest. My cord is available at www.bloodknot.bigcartel.com if your country isn’t listed in the postage options let me know and I’ll add it.

[@ozzfest6669]

Do you happen to own a gondola? Your shirt looks so familiar 😳

[@plemas]

WE ARE LEGION no gondola just a shirt 😩

[@plemas]

WE ARE LEGION no gondola just a shirt. 😕

[@pointyblackhat9045]

WE ARE LEGION - But, if you don’t mind, I’ll save your line for when I cruise the club and need one!! It’s bound to get me s date or two!! Lol!!

[@terwilliger6985]

was we supposed to hear WHAT he was saying oh nevermind its got CC

[@plemas]

I have other videos that describe this knot if this one is to hard to follow

[@thomaswilkinson2995]

how much cordage did you use?

[@plemas]

Tough question. It was awhile ago so I don’t really remember. It really depends on what you plan to do after the Matthew Walker.

[@benhansford8524]

What would that knot be used for?

[@plemas]

Ben Hansford it’s mostly decorative. If you look at some of my other videos you’ll see it in use on a mini cat of nine tails.

[@stephaniehurley1332]

I'm going to make 4 to act as 'suspension' for a cat bridge. This is a beautiful finish!

[@plemas]

Stephanie Hurley cool and thanks. If you’re on Instagram I’d love to see the finished cat bridge. I’m @blood_knot on Instagram

[@ariesscar443]

What is this good for? I dont see its purpose

[@plemas]

Traditionally it was used as a stopper knot in rigging. Tied with the three strands which make up rope. Now days it’s mainly decorative. I use it as part of a bell rope or key fob. Look at my other videos for examples.

[@melodyvoss]

That's a fishtail. It's how I braid my hair.

[@m.antoniaalvarezmenendez4901]

Parece las Meninas joder

[@KatT2006]

That is a dUMMY THICC knot

[@plemas]

Don’t know what a dUMMY THICC knot is but thanks, I guess. 😊

[@AM1Mobley]

Very cool. Just wish he wasn't whispering through the whole thing.

[@plemas]

Michael Mobley sorry about that

[@lindacavallero6267]

Like watching paint dry.....falling asleep!

[@plemas]

Curing insomnia one viewer at a time 😊

[@craigfaubion3748]

Nice demo! Now learn to speak up so we can hear you.

[@plemas]

My later videos have better sound.

[@loisharach7335]

I’m not impressed that if I sit my phone as quietly as there is no sound, IT FLIPS THE KZbin IMM WORKING FROM & I CAN’T FIND MY WAY BACK! Stupid iPhone’s!

[@plemas]

I’m sorry you’re having trouble 😩

[@QueerVampire6969]

can't really hear anything audio's shitty.

[@plemas]

Sorry 🤷‍♂️