Paracord Planet Blog
Down and Dirty Paracord Fixes
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Jun 27th 2019
Paracord can be made into many beautiful things. Complex bracelet weaves, horse halters, figurines, and even home decorations, but that doesn't mean every paracord creat
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How to Finish Paracord Ends
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on May 30th 2019
One question we hear a lot is: "How do I finish off paracord ends?" So whether you are a complete newbie to paracord crafting or just looking at ways to improve your ski
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Keep Learning New Things—Like Paracord Crafting
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Apr 25th 2019
Do you like learning? Many studies have shown that education plays a greater role in life expectancy than wealth does. In fact, there is significant evidence linking "cog
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Monkey Fist Ideas
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Apr 4th 2019
If you read our Mastering Monkey Fists post, you are probably looking for ways to use your newfound knot knowledge.
—or not. Maybe you're content with just keeping
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Do I Need Mil-Spec Paracord?
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Mar 29th 2019
So, a friend told you, "Be sure you buy mil-spec when you get paracord." Okay, cool. What does that mean?
What Is Mil-Spec Paracord?
Mil-spec paracord is paracor
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Mastering Monkey Fists
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Feb 8th 2019
Monkey fists may seem like an unachievable knot to the beginner crafter, but with a little bit of practice and the right tools, they can be a relatively quick to mak
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Tips For Photographing Your Paracord Projects
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Nov 29th 2018
No matter if you are a paracord business owner or a basement hobbyist, most of us have something in common: We like to take pictures of our handiwork.
While expe
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paracord
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Nov 14th 2018
Why Is Paracord Called 550 Cord?
If you see a number before paracord, it denotes the amount of weight that cord can hold before failing. 550 cord is paracord that can
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9 Ways to Finish a Paracord Bracelet
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Oct 4th 2018
1. Slide Release Buckle (metal and plastic)
This is perhaps the easiest and most common way to finish a paracord bracelet. Slide buckles are relatively easy to put on wit
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How to Choose Awesome Paracord Color Combinations
Posted by Luke Quanbeck on Sep 13th 2018
I consider myself to be a creative person. I draw, write, and create things for fun.
One would think that along with being creative, I should have an innate ability to c
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