Practical Knot-Tying
About this workshop
Banish the Granny Knot forever! Learn to tie knots that are useful in everyday life with shipwright and sailmaker, Rick Mitchell!
In this half-day workshop, you will learn about rope construction and historic uses of knots. You will get hands-on experience tying a variety of traditional practical knots: the rolling hitch, reef knot, sheet bend, bow line, truckies’ hitch, clove hitch, and round turn.
At the conclusion of the workshop, you will take away print resources and a bibliography, the knot samples you've created, and a length of rope for practicing your skills at home.
Essential information
Required skill level
No previous experience required
What do I need to bring?
Snacks, lunch, water bottle, notepad and pen
Clothing guidelines
Workshop appropriate - closed toe shoes, no hanging jewellery, hair tied back.
Maximum class size
Small class size – max 8 participants
What is included
All instruction, tools and materials included.
You will learn
You will learn about rope construction and historic uses of knots. You will get hands-on experience tying a variety of traditional practical knots: the rolling hitch, reef knot, sheet bend, bow line, truckies’ hitch, clove hitch, and round turn.
Morning tea/lunch info
Morning tea provided
