Paracord!: How to Make the Best Bracelets, Lanyards, Key Chains, Buckles, and More

by Todd Mikkelsen

Overview

Todd Mikkelsen's Paracord! offers a diverse collection of projects that utilize parachute cords—known around the world as paracord. Used by paratroopers and other military personnel during World War II, this lightweight nylon rope is now one of the most sought-after materials by crafters.

Its durability and flexibility make it perfect for creating everyday accessories such as belts, bracelets, buckles, necklaces, dog leashes and collars, key chains, and more. As you will see in Mikkelsen's book, this rope comes in various colors, from army green to hot pink, making it easy to personalize every type of project.

In Paracord! , you'll find step-by-step instructions that take you through every project. Each step is accompanied by a photo that clearly illustrates the process. In addition to learning how to make these accessories, Mikkelsen also includes introductory chapters preparing your paracord for crafting, tying different types of knots, and caring for and cleaning your completed paracord projects.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781629148199
Publisher:	Skyhorse Publishing
Publication date:	07/15/2014
Pages:	176
Sales rank:	335,394
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 10.10(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Todd Mikkelsen is the creator of the Paracord 101 blog and YouTube channel. His videos and books teach people this new craft of paracords with step-by-step instructions. He considers knot tying to be part of history and a skill that should be taught to all who are willing to take the time to learn. He is a teacher who resides in Austin, Minnesota.

Editorial Reviews

"It’s a rare book that has the potential to interest young people who like to make bracelets and lanyards out of colorful cord as well as the survivalist/prepper audience, but this one just might." — Library Journal

From the Publisher

07/01/2014
First used during World War II, paracord (or parachute cord) is a very strong nylon cord that can be used in lieu of shoelaces, bungee cords, or rope in emergency situations. Paracord bracelets resemble friendship bracelets—if the string used to make friendship bracelets were several times thicker—and they're popular among outdoor types, survivalists, and preppers because many designs can be easily converted back to rope if needed. In this collection, Mikkelsen (Paracord 101; Prepper Paracord) provides directions for 21 different paracord projects—the majority of the entries are bracelets, although there are a few other projects included. Most of the techniques involve little more than basic knotting, and since the cord is so thick, the projects are quick to make. Paracord is available in many colors, so crafters can make a variety of colorful accessories to suit their personal style. Mikkelsen's directions are excellent, with plenty of close-up photographs of each knot or weave, making the creations easy to replicate. He does a good job distinguishing among accessories that are suitable for survival purposes (i.e., can be unraveled and used as rope) vs. those that are simply something fun to wear. VERDICT It's a rare book that has the potential to interest young people who like to make bracelets and lanyards out of colorful cord as well as the survivalist/prepper audience, but this one just might.

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