Posted by Marit on Jan 30th 2026
Para-Couture: How Paracord Became High Fashion
When Utility Meets the Runway
What started as a practical, outdoor essential has officially crossed into the world of luxury fashion. Paracord, once known for survival bracelets, camping gear, and ut
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Size Matters... In Paracord!
Posted by Marit on Jan 20th 2026
Paracord 101: Why Size Matters (and How to Pick the Right Cord for Your Project)
If you've ever looked at Paracord options and thought; "Why are there so many...?" you are not alone.
At a glance, all
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Boo-tiful Halloween Paracord
Posted by Marit on Oct 10th 2024
Boo! Did I scare ya?
Halloween is creeping around the corner, and it's time to conjure up some spine-chilling decorations and accessories that will thrill your friends and scare off those pesky trick-
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Thank You For Helping Paracord Planet Reach Over 100K Subscribers on YouTube
Posted by Becca Opp on Feb 27th 2024
“Like, comment, and subscribe if you want to see more content
like this!” That’s how most YouTubers sign off. If you didn’t particularly enjoy a video, you’ve either already
clicked away or
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Make Paracord Bracelets for the Military with Operation Gratitude
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Nov 7th 2023
What Is Operation Gratitude?
Imagine being stationed on the other side of the globe as a military service member and receiving a care package that contains things like:
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Valentine's Day Survival Guide
Posted by Hank on Feb 7th 2022
Valentine’s Day – The Day of Love. Traditionally a day full of chocolate, flowers, love poems, and maybe a couple kissy faces. Here on Paracord Planet, we believe that Valentine’s Day is more than jus
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Niche Hobbies That Use Paracord
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on May 28th 2021
When people ask what I do for work, it usually goes something like this:
Friend: "So you're a writer. Where do you work?"
Me: "I make tutorial videos and blog posts
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How to Host A Paracord Workshop
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Apr 16th 2021
Here on the Paracord Planet Blog, we talk a lot about techniques and materials needed for paracord crafting, but not as much about the social aspect of the craft. I've ha
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The Ugly Ways We Use Paracord
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Mar 12th 2021
Paracord is used to make all kinds of beautiful things—bracelets and other jewelry, sculptures and handle wraps, artworks and decorations. But Paracord is also extremely prac
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5 Unconventional Knotwork Instagrammers to Follow
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Feb 12th 2021
You all know that knots can be beautiful. In addition to survival quick-fixes, you guys love to construct fun keychains, high-end men's jewelry, and even animal
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