Bellrope keyfob

[@jimlee5626]

Immensely enjoying this, sipping my coffee and learning from you. I need to make this knot for a ships bell my seagoing grandfather left me. Thank you for sharing.

[@ngauge22]

I can watch you do this all day. You are an excellent teacher. You move slowly with precision, direction and fluidity so no detail is missed. Excellent showmanship and work.

[@jamesthe-doctor8981]

I first became interested in knot tying in the '60s when I was a Boy Scout. I was probably the youngest person on earth to master the sheepshank and bowline, hahaa! In the' 70s it was macramè, and then there was a dead spot until 550 Cord was invented, and I've been tying everything from fobs, to lanyards, to belts, to even jewelry and gemstone mountings. All this is to say that this project is one of the coolest I've ever seen and, it has earned you another subscriber. Thanks for sharing it!

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for the positive feedback!

[@jamesthe-doctor8981]

You're welcome.

[@chris7662]

I haven't attempted this yet but, between the excellent video and reading all the comments, I learned quite a bit. I learned that an alternative to paracord would either be braided polyester or cotton rope if you weren't able to hook up with Mikko to purchase his very own hand made hard laid linen...I believe it was linen. I think his website is currently down. To tighten one strand at a time with twisted line is something I also learned. This becomes real obvious during the MW knot portion.. Also, his method of forming the crown sinnet is tighter from the very beginning when compared to most other videos. Most others are very loose while, each and every time, Mikko leaves a pronounced loop at the onset to accept the fourth strand to pass underneath. Yes, very inspirational videos Mikko. Thank you kindly.

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for the feedback. My website is up and running, just can not take in any more orders at the moment. My wait list became too long. Will open for new orders as soon as possible.

[@wesleyalee]

Well Done! You are a natural "Story Teller/Teacher" with your hands. I have only tied simple/practical knots, but have always been aware of the more decorative variety. Been seeing this combination on carry-out restaurant satisfaction service bells. The music will help me through the many hours it takes for these hands to learn this combination.

[@mikkosnellman]

Keep on knotting!

[@ScorpIron58]

Simply brilliant...you are so expert at this, wonderful to watch !

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for watching.

[@rhohoho]

Followed along with this one. A patient and clear example, thank you!

[@boatgypsies3157]

I got it, first time. It is so much easier to follow without the constant commentary most videos out attempt. Subscribed!

[@rutheparker9006]

Wow. Very pretty. I love the detailed demonstration/instructions. Thank you for sharing!

[@ronaldfranck6960]

Tried this using braided cord and six strands. The Footrope knot had me tied in knots for days but I eventually created something passable for a first attempt. I have searched a few local hardware stores for decent line but everything is either paracord, braided nylon line, twisted sisal, or twisted polypropolene. Thanks, Mikko.

[@mikkosnellman]

Yes, finding a good line is not too easy. That is why I work these days as ropemaker :)

[@kristinschreel8768]

Great video! I followed along and made a bell pull, made it a bit longer than shown. This was my first time doing rope knots, and it turned out great! Easy to follow tutorial, thank you so much!

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for the feedback. Keep on with the good work!

[@davidolson734]

This is a fantastic video easy to follow even for a novice like myself. please keep up the excellent work as I am looking forward to more knot tieing tutorials from you

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you. My freetime is very limited, so it takes time between videos.

[@jackterpack1387]

I have made three of these so far. They are getting better. The Mathew Walker knot is a lot harder in cord as compared to paracord. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@mikkosnellman]

Paracord is very easy to practice with but the result when made in twisted cord is more beautiful in my opinion. Also when using twisted cord remember to tighten knots gradually one cord at the time.

[@nathanreed174]

Nicely done. Love the use of the constrictor knot too.

[@TaTa-wv9kl]

Excellent tutorial. Always wanted to make a bell rope, and always wanted to know the Matthew Walker knot. Both - Done! Stoked.

[@optimusprimesqrt6]

That was excellent. That is probably one of the best demos I have seen in all the years I have done knotting. Very Good!

[@MrWoodwize]

This is an incredible tutorial! Thanks for sharing your obvious talent Mikko!

[@jaclen-4460]

I love knots and I love art, and you're a one in a million talented artisan! Thank you for sharing your beautiful work with us. It made my day! You have gentle surgeon's hands! I love your handmade rope... Truly one of a kind and absolutely gorgeous! All I wanted to do was find a nice knot pattern to make my son a leather bracelet for his wedding! Glad I stumbled onto your tutorial because I got way more than I bargained for! Thank you so much!

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for your kind comment. Ans sorry to tell you but my hands are very ragged from all the ropework :)

[@jaclen-4460]

Your work shows in your hands! It's from doing what we love. I've designed & made jewelry for the better part of 50 years. I can't remember having refined, delicate hands. I always have broken nails, and rough, scarred, punctured, coarse hands, and I wouldn't have them any other way. We've earned that worn look. They are a reflection of a lifetime of creating. When people ask "What do you do?" The answer is, "Whatever it takes!" Best to you!

[@mikkosnellman]

Or you can put it also: While others do what they can, you do what you want.

[@jaclen-4460]

Well said! I'm trying to make my hands look a little nicer for the wedding, but you can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear! I just finished making all the wedding jewelry for the bride, her Matron of Honor, her 3 daughters, her mother, and I still have to make my son a leather wedding bracelet! I'll get there. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work! It inspires me!

[@GQNissanPatrol_TD42]

That is an extraordinarily impressive knot! Thank you for sharing this video!

[@maheshpawar3224]

Very nice, thank you for this tutorial, you are simply great. I love your tutorial.

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you. Glad you like it!

[@maheshpawar3224]

Just one request can u pls share the size of rope to start, it will very helpful for me.

[@mikkosnellman]

@@maheshpawar3224 For this one I used 2 x 1.2meters of 3.5mm cords.

[@maheshpawar3224]

@@mikkosnellman thank you so much, i am waiting for new creations from you. 😊

[@mikkosnellman]

@@maheshpawar3224 Check out my Ko-fi page for latest tips and tricks: ko-fi.com/ropeworks

[@davidpaul9365]

Great tutorial, I'll be watching out for you from now on. Thanks.

[@josephlai9759]

Amazing. Thoroughly absorbing to watch how it evolved. So very elegant an art. Thank you for sharing.

[@rolandatflashnet]

I’ve been practicing decorative knotting since I was five when my grandfather first introduced me to it over sixty years ago. Your videos are so well done and enjoyable to watch. Thank you. Could you please tell us, your viewing audience, who you’re using for the soundtracks. Thank you again.

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for the feedback. The last years I have used music from Mr. Martin Tallström www.tallstrom.com

[@rolandatflashnet]

@@mikkosnellman Thank You so much for getting back to me and also for the link to Tallstrom’s work.

[@mcgonickle]

Well laid out and displayed. Very clear.

[@kathiechiu7450]

Beautiful design, nice music, great presentation... Thank you Mikko!!

[@EltoV]

Thanks for this very comprehensive tutorial, sir!

[@mariuspetcu7482]

The result is Incredible Beautiful , the way You presented is easy to follow , all we need is Patience and some of Your materials . Thank You for sharing from Your experience . I will tray to make some . Please keep us on post . I subscribe of course (LOL)

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for your feedback. Let us know how your bellrope turnes out.

[@blueescape9735]

Wonderful job. Can you please show us an analytical video on how to make a rope ball for throwing the rope in the harbor. Great!!!!!

[@mikkosnellman]

Rope ball? Look for Monkey Fist I guess.

[@JackTar361]

Nicely done. Very clear instructions. Thanks.

[@RichardOhKaNoi]

So glad to see a man who shares the same passion as am few of us old sea dogs , my question is the tool that you are using I know it is not a spike nor is it a pricker can you please enlighten me,otherwise a great video

[@heartcrochet7050]

i remember my father in law when i see ur video , exactly the same , miticulously & perfectly mould it

[@markeisenbraun6978]

This is the best video I've seen yet!! Seriously, even the music was good. Thanks.

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you. I try my best... :)

[@raeannuria5691]

Beautiful work!!! Thank you for sharing your talent with us!

[@shipstern100]

Great video Mike, Love the way you twist the two 3 strands into one six strand. I've been trying but can't get your technique down. Would love to see a video of just that process. I've looked on the web and there doesn't seem to be anyone doing it. Look forward to more vids from you. Your an excellent knottier.

[@boatgypsies3157]

Larry Hall I believe it is a simple Flemish twist

[@romanreyes2258]

Son muy bonitos gracias

[@chris7662]

Has this been confirmed?

[@joaquina4320]

excellent video work. I was able to keep up by pausing. you covered all the angle needed to follow along. I just need to find some rope like this, I'm in the USA and not sure you deliver this far

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you. I do have customers worldwide so just contact me please.

[@joaquina4320]

just emailed you.

[@mastersolid2000]

It seems complicated but following the steps of the video patiently is possible. The most complicated thing is to adjust but it looks beautiful. Thank you very much and greetings from Panama. Parece complicado pero siguiendo los pasos del vídeo con paciencia es posible. Lo más complicado es ajustar pero queda hermoso. Muchas gracias y saludos desde Panamá.

[@rainbowchild63]

Thank you!Excellent work.

[@dianaangeladuenashernandez781]

fue mi primer trabajo que aprendi con Mikko mil gracias

[@mariadelrefugiogasca6817]

Tanks, a good knot and delicious music.

[@bobiteotwawki5226]

what talent!!! bravo my man thanks for the demo

[@nancychin7388]

Gggg

[@nancychin7388]

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[@nancychin7388]

Ggggggggggggggggggggggg

[@adrianuskerkhof7801]

Sehr anschaulich, ohne worte, super!

[@yugandali]

Very nice all the way around, including the music. Thanks.

[@johntrevvett4688]

Nicely done ... demonstrated like you know how 😎

[@ujjwalmandal4310]

Good

[@whitetail7516]

Really wonderful video, excellent music.

[@cuneiform_enjoyers]

Tried to twist the ropes together as in the video. Got it more or less with a four-strand rope but can't do this properly with a three-strand one

[@PawPalz]

This is a really cool design. Nice work! 🙂

[@LunchboxD3]

Bravo, absolutely awesome video. I love the keyfob..

[@anaortiz9026]

Muy buen tutorial y música maravillosa. Gracias.

[@silviagarcia8796]

pueden decirme que hilo utiliza? parece nylon, del tipo que se utiliza para colgar la ropa, no?

[@charlessaliba945]

Mikko. Excellent work. Where can I buy splicing tools similar to yours, in particular your bronze fid.

[@mikkosnellman]

I make my tools to order at the moment. If you are interested, please email me to info@snellman .ax

[@edmundoferreira-rocha7400]

Fabulous! I also loved the background music.

[@yuribezmenovthegreat4705]

I remember now whe he wrote "constrictor knot" the constrictor boa snake

[@aguinaldomello8421]

@@yuribezmenovthegreat4705 The soundtrack remembers me of The incredible Hulk-Lonely Man Theme, from 80s kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5WXdGSQhrCgrZY

[@zoehancock]

Loved it, very relaxing pre-bed watching. Hope to make it soon: I hope that's also relaxing.

[@ΑΘΗΝΑΚΙΑΝΑ]

@@raghavendraarkasali6709 κεντιμα

[@paolagarcia3662]

love

[@tonyfeuerhelm]

....fascinating.....first rate production.....for myself I'm I'm just....NUTS for KNOTS......I have really started banking some serious Practicing Knot Saving Nots hours. Just cranking them out without striving for perfection, Now fast with a jig and hand proficient in only three of the basic configurations it's time for more thanks to artist weavers like yourself....Mr Mikko Snellman,,,,Watching your performance...like a dance....no... like.... Poetry in Motion......P.S. what is that amazing cord your working with ?. still searching for the right cord to work with....Thank you.....A.C.Feuerhelm.....

[@mikkosnellman]

This IS an addicting hobby (or work) The cords I use are my own production of hard layed cotton. Also for sale for fellow knottyers: facebook.com/commerce/products/1259652380788114/?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE

[@joseleal7393]

Mr. Mikko, el mejor de los mejores. Gracias por enseñar.

[@anirudharout]

Wow! what a demonstration! Not a single step will be missed. But I do not know what's its use. Can you explain?

[@mikkosnellman]

Good! The original model is used in ships bell but this can be used as keychain for example.

[@nathanreed174]

One question on the cord your using. Is it linen or cotton? It looks too stiff to be cotton. I tried using plain cotton and didn’t have much luck. Oh and I checked out your website, you sir are a true master knotsman. I’m pretty good with rope and knots but when it comes to fancy work I tend to lack. I’m in Canada otherwise I’d just purchase from your site. Sorry and thanks.

[@mikkosnellman]

Hi Nathan. On this project I am using hard laid 3mm cotton. The cords are of my own produce and I am selling them worldwide.

[@nathanreed174]

@@mikkosnellman thanks for the reply. Okay I’ll pop over to your site and see if I can put an order in. Much appreciated!

[@jimlee5626]

You mentioned cord at the beginning of this video. Do you recommend a UV stable chord type that can be worked as you have demonstrared here? Pehaps a dressing for a common cotton cord? Any help is appreciated.

[@mikkosnellman]

A loosely laid cord is what it is unfortunately. For example starching does help just a little.

[@chalk6666]

great teaching, very good not to have continuous talking and repeating in a video, for me it makes it harder to learn. Best to learn by watching not listening

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you. Exactly my point. And you don´t need any language skills.

[@pacotejada1089]

Por que no se habla en español

[@geoffpoole483]

A lot of presenters on knotting videos talk too much. Sometimes less is more.

[@aaxen7255]

Interesting. I grew up with the old school method of knot teaching, i.e. lots of talking and mnemonic devices. "The rabbit comes out of the hole and goes around the tree ..." I think that works better for me, at least for memory retention. But the guitar music on this video sure is nice.

[@glenwardgross366]

Awesomely Beautiful. I am blessed watch you make such creation. Turbo

[@MrBlack751]

Nice! Tried it in paracord. Love the challenge but tying the footrope knot with paracord turns out awful every time. Being landlocked and (relatively) broke, its hard getting quality anything except paracord. I hope this channel is around for a long time.

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for your feedback. In my opinion hard laid cord gives the most beautiful result but you might want to try some braided polyester. It´s relatively cheap but harder than paracord.

[@MrBlack751]

The braided polyester worked well, I had a much better result and the local Home Depot (ridiculously large hardware store) has it in stock. I agree with the hard laid cord being the best. Thanks for the info!

[@chris7662]

How would a person accomplish the "twist" at the very beginning with braided cord, my friend?

[@alejandramiranda7134]

Incteible. Hermoso trabajo felicidades. Y el fondo musical me fascina 😘😘😘😘😘

[@stepheneckles2345]

Very nice would be nice to have some narration so we know what is going on and where to put the cord if we are trying to make this. I have a Bowsan's whistle from my uncle who was in the Navy on a short lanyard all tied in knots similar to some of those

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for your feedback. I have to think about making something similar with narration though my english isn't too good 😉

[@stepheneckles2345]

@@mikkosnellman Maybe have someone write out what is going on and put it on the screen. I learn better by doing than watching so when it is explained it makes more sense to my brain

[@mikkosnellman]

@@stepheneckles2345 Thank you for the idea. We´ll see how things evolve.

[@btwonba9484]

Your video was the first time I've seen the Matthew Walker knot, very nice, I just learned how to tie it last week. I also like the tool you used to spread the rope apart, what is that tool called?

[@mikkosnellman]

The tool is called marlinspike. If you are interested please look: facebook.com/pg/MSnellmanRopeworks2/photos/?tab=album&album_id=345412665803526

[@ngarud8477]

Excellent video!!!! Loved this..

[@josefranciscogalicia269]

Buen video, con buena imagen y audio, buena música. Gracias por compartir

[@carlyletitus]

very nice to learn from a master.

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you, but this is not so difficult, you need just right attitude and some time.

[@cuneiform_enjoyers]

Great video, really appreciate your channel. How many yarns are in this cord? Is it two-yarn?

[@mikkosnellman]

That is common 3 strand rope with 6 x 8/2 yarns in each strand.

[@cuneiform_enjoyers]

@@mikkosnellman Got it! Thank you ever so much

[@aymantobasi6720]

what rope didi you use very beautiful

[@carlosjoseriosmedina7469]

gracias por publicar estos videos educativos ayudan a solvertar la vida ee muchas personas gracias.

[@jackterpack1387]

Simply beautiful. Thank you.

[@kirstymacleod6586]

Thank you so much! Absolutely amazing!

[@ARVINDKUMAR-my5ig]

Nice music and awesome knot

[@hankwiest8369]

I'm having a bit of trouble seeing how the ropes get twisted together. Can you explain the process a bit?

[@mikkosnellman]

Will do a video about the process later on.

[@Coyotehello]

This is beautiful stuff.

[@onslowkeeping7086]

Hello Mikko where do you get the line for making that key fob?. I love watching you performing the wonderful off knot tying . It just boggles my mind . Keep up the great work and please let me know where to get that line.

[@mikkosnellman]

All cordage I use is of my own produce. www.snellman.ax

[@onslowkeeping7086]

Hello Mikko for some reason I started to read your reply and it disappeared I don't know if I touched a bottom. I am not too knowledgeable with those machines. Sorry about that. I would love for you to send that text again please

[@mikkosnellman]

@@onslowkeeping7086 All cordage I use is of my own produce. www.snellman.ax

[@csjmoore]

Excellent & thank you. This tutorial is understandable but full of subtleties too. I committed to making one of these for a friends sailboat bell. Now I can do. What is you source of that exact line?

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for feedback. Cords are my own make. Also for sale to fellow knot tyers: facebook.com/pg/MSnellmanRopeworks2/shop/?ref=page_internal For prices: snellman.ax/cords.pdf

[@csjmoore]

Wow, thanks for the quick response. What size did you use for the tutorial. I did check out the sites and will put them in my "keep" file. Cheers.

[@mikkosnellman]

That would be my #6

[@woodiethompson526]

Impressing to say the least ! Have to wonder how in the world someone discovered that method , thanks !

[@sudhagururajan9345]

Love to try this,thanks a lot for your video.

[@ricardocosta753]

Parabéns, amigo! Belíssimo seu trabalho!

[@watcherbd45]

This music is awesome does anyone know who it is ????

[@mestredosnos.2942]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏very Nice my Friend.

[@pnwesty7174]

I keep watching this one - as it will be the first one I try when I get my cord from you. My Matthew Walker knots need some practice first. Anyway - I realized that the music is used in the movie The Deerhunter. Or at least I think it is.

[@gourdasilakicevic7992]

Thank you- it is vbeautifull and easy work- but the music makes my heart weep

[@unclerojelio6320]

This project prompted me to spend an evening knotting after quite a long hiatus. One thing that interested me was your use of a netting shuttle to tie constrictor knots. I was immediately off to Amazon to order one. What is your favorite small stuff for constrictor knots?

[@mikkosnellman]

Though I like using natural materials otherwise, for constrictor knots I often use tarred nylon. It holds the knot well and is strong enough to tighten properly.

[@bencampbell4638]

Great work! twisted cord always does look better, gives you that seamanship look. Also love the music, who is it?

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you for the feedback. The music is special order but normally I use music from Martin Tallstrom.

[@roberthix]

Great work, Mikko. One question. At the end you simply snip everything off and bury it. Do you ever have issues with the manrope knot coming apart? When I do this in paracord it does not take much to get the knot to come loose. I always have to do something to secure the cords a little better. Thanks in advance.

[@mikkosnellman]

First of all, the knot is not a manrope knot, it is footrope knot: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYLPgoWXaLZqmNU and as answer to your question: paracord is made of polyamide (nylon) and as any plastic it is quite slippery. A drop of CA might help to secure ends. Natural fibers have more friction and are in my opinion more beautiful - why not use cotton for your fancywork?

[@richhays9373]

Clear fingernail polish on paracord works well.

[@michaelquigley1411]

That's very nice. Takes mucho patience and attention to detail. Could I do it? Frayed knot. {:- )

[@mikkosnellman]

Sure you can!

[@richhays9373]

I can follow all but the the very first twisting together of the two strands. Are there any good videos you can suggest that detail this technique?

[@mikkosnellman]

Sorry, this twisting is my own invention and I haven´t seen anyone else do it. I will try to make a video explaining it soon.

[@richhays9373]

It appears you untwist 90° one cord and then untwist the other 90° and press them together, then rinse and repeat until desired length.

[@mikkosnellman]

Actually. you are twisting together 2 three strand ropes into one five strand rope with a core. One of the strands in the other piece will act as the core.

[@GeorgeENorkus]

Beautiful!

[@Stewart-el2wf]

How are you joining the ropes at the very beginning? I can’t seem to get that bit. Any chance of a closer shot?

[@mikkosnellman]

Here is a video of the join: kzbin.info/www/bejne/omTHY3eeja5rnM0si=TdYtodFj4Bs6A4un

[@raymondlilley8037]

What type of string do you use in the shuttle?

[@mikkosnellman]

Tex 30x12 cotton (warp twine)

[@nolicontreter2085]

wonder work, song? maravilla de trabajos y linda música, como se llama la canción.

[@mikerogers6136]

Thank you. Very Clear instructions :^))

[@davegehr]

Yet again, very nice Mikko. I always learn something new when watching your tutorial videos, both the visibility and your hand movement make it easy to follow. Thank you for this. What is the 3mm cord you're using? 3 strand hardened cotton I'm guessing, and it's beautiful stuff. The 3mm soft cotton rope I have is hard to control sometimes and the finished knots aren't as clean looking.

[@mikkosnellman]

Thank you Dave. The cord as usual is 3 strand hard layed cotton twisted by myself. As far as I know this kind of "Belfast cord" is not available from no other source. I do even sell these. If you are interested please check: www.snellman.ax/cords.pdf

[@davegehr]

Mikko, I'm sending you an e-mail from my Gmail account with a couple of questions. Yes, I'm interested in purchasing some of your cord. If you don't receive the e-mail within 24 hours, please let me know here. Thank you.

[@mauriziocesario7902]

Esecuzione più che perfetta...! ! Bravo...- ⚓🚩

[@wallabyparty5443]

This is pretty neat. Can someone tell me what kind of twine was used?

[@mikkosnellman]

That would be my #6 hard laid cotton from www.snellman.ax

Linda música!! Quanto ao 🪢 nó , eu ainda não consegui.

[@raymondlilley8037]

What type of string is used to tie the constrictor knot and what size shuttle did you use?

[@mikkosnellman]

That would be 30x12 cotton and 4" shuttle.

[@aryamacrame1]

Beautiful

[@daidithaguas8621]

Donde consigo esas piezas para guiar la driza para abrir las aperturas para meter la driza ?

[@mikkosnellman]

Look for: "Marlinspike" or www.snellman.ax

[@martinezmarialeonor]

Very nice, thanks for sharing!!