Chain Sinnet

The Chain Sinnet Knot is used to shorten the length of the rope so that it does not tangle and is easy to use or store.

It’s tied by making a uniform series of single loops and finished off by feeding the working end through the final loop which prevents unraveling.

When you need the rope back, pull on the working end through the final loop and the whole thing magically unravels.

Let’s break it down!

How to Tie a Chain Sinnet Knot Step-by-Step

1. Make a loop in your rope.
2. Create a bight in the working end and feed it through the loop.
3. Bring the loop to the front.
4. Create another bight and feed it through the loop.
5. Repeat the process until your rope runs out.
6. Lock the sinnet by passing the working end through the final loop.

To release the knot to its original form take out the free end passed in the last step (NOT the initial loop) back through the final loop and just pull it out. The knot will unravel like magic!

Double Chain Sinnet

If you have got a longer rope, the Double Chain Sinnet makes the resulting knot twice as short compared to the single Chain Sinnet.

It’s tied by doubling the rope in half and following the exact steps as the Chain Sinnet above.

It will shorten the rope even more.

Chain Sinnet Uses

• Climbing: Climbers use it to shorten the ropes for storage or to wash them in a washing machine without tangling.
• Electrical Cable Management: Perfect for coiling long electrical extension cords without tangling.
• DIY Bracelets: Create a stylish braided bracelet
• Macrame and crafts: Create braids in macrame projects.
• Kids activities: It’s a fun way to introduce kid to the rope work.
• Uniforms: It is found in dress in military uniforms.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Quick and easy to tie
• Super easy to untie
• Does not jam even after loading

Cons

• The rope uncoils with kinks and twists 

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