The snell is a bit of an odd knot. Most anglers don’t know how to tie it, largely because while it has advantages in certain fishing styles, it’s not nearly as versatile as other common connections.

The square knot was historically known as the Hercules knot. While the name suggests strength, I think it’s fair to say associating it with Hercules is a bit misleading. The square knot is useful for ...

Knowing how to tie a scarf is not considered an art—but maybe it should be. There are just so many ways to knot scarves around your neck, head, wrist, waist, handbag…wherever your creativity leads you ...

Discover one of the most practical knots for boaters and adventurers alike — the Mooring Hitch. This tutorial demonstrates how to tie it properly, why it’s reliable, and how easily it can be released ...

I always thought I was doing the "half-windsor" tie until I found a tie-tying site the other day. I guess it was the "4 in hand", and I hated that knot because without a clip my tie would always be ...