Title: Pratique / Rope / Shibari / you can use: Japanes Rope Bondage and Erotic Macramé
Tags: récupéré

Name: One column-tie
Definition: Select a column
Page: 67-74
Chapter: 2
Section: One column Tie
Context: Shibari
Definition2: Fing the bight
Fold your rope in half and find the bight. Make sure there are no knots in the line and no debris trapped in the rope. Feel the rope for splinters and see what the rope’s burn speed is.
Conjdef: In this order
Definition3: Wrap column
8-12 inches (20-30 cm) from the bight, begin wrapping the folded line around the column. Not too tight mind you; just snug enough to keep the rope from moving. Wrap the column three times to distribute pressure evenly on that column. When wrapped, the rope’s lines will resemble the letter “N” or “Z”.
Definition4: Twist the bight and ends
In a wrist tie, if the bight end was near the hand, it will now be pointing towards the elbow.
Definition5: Tuck the bight
Tuck the bight underneath all of the wraps and pull it through.
Definition6: Bring both lines up
This is a great time to see if the wrist ties are as tight as you want. If not, pull the ropes you are holding apart, snug the whole thing down, then bring the lines up once more.
Definition7: Tie a square knot.
Using the bight as one “end” and the loose line as the other “end,” tie a square knot (left over right, then right over left). A finished square knot (also known as a reef knot) will resemble the number 8 when viewed from the side. If you are using a slippery line like nylon or MFP, feel free to add an extra overhand knot on top of the square knot to keep it snug.
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Name: Square knot
Definition: A knot which resemble the number 8 when viewed from the side
Page: 74
Chapter: 2
Section: One column Tie
Context: Shibari
Name2: Reef knot

Name: Kani
Definition: Two column tie on ankle and thigh
Page: 75
Chapter: 3
Context: Shibari
Extra: Crab

Name: Two column tie
Page: 75
Chapter: 3
Context: Shibari
Intuition: Tie a part of the body to another one, or an object

Name: Muscle memory
Definition: Knowing how to do something without reflexion
Page: 76
Chapter: 3

Name: Basic two-column tie
Definition: Select two parallel columns
Page: 77-84
Chapter: 3
Definition2: Find the bight. Fold your rope in half and hold the rope by the bight.
Conjdef: In this order
Definition3: Wrap columns
Wrap the line around both columns with just enough tension to keep the rope from moving. Make sure the columns are not touching one another; they should be anywhere from 1-3 inches (3-7 cm) apart. Wrap the columns three or four times (three wraps are shown in the example) evenly distributing pressure on the columns. When wrapped, the rope will resemble the letter “N” or “Z” with the short/bight end having an 8-12 inch (20-30 cm) tail.
Definition4: Twist the bight and ends. In a wrist tie, if the bight end was near the hand, it will now be pointing towards the elbow.
Definition5: Drop the bight and the ends between the columns.
After twisting the bight and ends, bring both the bight and the ends down between the columns.
Definition6: Pull the bight and the ends back up between the columns.
If the bight was dropped down near the elbows, pull it back up between the wrists, and vice versa. Make sure the lines lay flat on the opposite side of the wraps from the knot.
Definition7: Tie a square knot. Pull the lines between the columns snug, cinching the columns together. Using the bight as one “end” of and the loose ends as the other “end,” tie left over right, and then right over left. A finished square knot will resemble the number 8 if viewed from the side. If you are using a slippery line like nylon or MFP, feel free to add a hitch on top of the square knot.
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Name: Spread two-column tie
Definition: Steps 1-4 of two column tie
Page: 86
Chapter: 3
Context: Shibari
Definition2: Twist the bight and ends.
For a pair of wrists, if the bight end was near the hand, it will now be pointing towards the elbow.
Conjdef: In this order
Definition3: Begin wrapping the bight and ends around the wraps.
Wrap the lines in opposing directions, cinching the wraps together as you go. Keep going until you are almost out of rope on the bight end.
Intuition: Two column tie for columns far away
Definition4: Pull the ends through the bight
Take the ends of the rope and pull them through the bight. Then pull the ends in the direction that pulls the bight tight and keeps tension on the line. If you don’t, everything you have tied so far will loosen up. This form of tension on the line is referred to as “reverse tension.”
Definition5: Wrap the line around the wraps
Wrap and wrap and wrap and wrap, keeping everything snug by always pushing back towards the wrist you started from. Keep wrapping until you are snug against the second column. The area next to each wrist should be able to have one finger barely slide in.
Definition6: Split the ends and tuck one thourgh.
Split the two ends away from one another. Take one of the ends and tuck it in the gap between the wraps and the second column. Pull it all the way through the gap.
Definition7: Tie a square knot
Using the ends, tie a square knot. Add an extra hitch if you are using a slippery line. If you are concerned with aesthetics, just tuck the loose ends of the line into open gaps. Have too much rope? Do a second layer of wraps!
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Name: Shinju
Name2: Chest Harnesses
Etymology: the pearl: For women with small breasts, this pulls the breasts into tight little balls that resemble pearls.

Page: 96
Name: Basic Chest Harness
Learn: true
Subpart: Identify chest
Choose a chest. Identify anything you might need to be aware of, such as breast implants, sensitive nipples, fresh tattoos or piercings, rashes or body hair. Some of these may require minor modifications, such as reducing extreme pressure on breast implants, or pulling rope carefully over body hair.
Subpart2: Find the bight
Fold your rope in half. Do whatever menacing or silly thing you like to do as you check the rope for knots, debris, splinters and burn speed. Then, hold the rope by the bight.
Subpart5: Wrap a second time under breasts
Lay the second set of lines above the first set, just underneath the breasts. You may need to carefully lift the breasts to keep any skin from catching.
Subpart6: Create second lark’s head
When you come back to the first lark’s head, you will see that by wrapping a second time, you have created a new loop that rope can be tucked through. Pull the ends through this loop, then pull up and back in the direction the line came from, creating reverse tension.
Subpart3: Wrap torso under breasts
With the bight located just to one side of the spine, wrap the folded line around the torso with the ropes just under the breasts. On individuals without breasts, wrap the line a few inches under the nipples, gauging by the line of the pectoral mass.
Subpart4: Create lark’s head
Pull the ends through the bight, then pull the ends back in the direction that they came from, placing reverse tension on the lines. The lines around the torso should be snug but not restrictive.
Subpart7: Repeat above breasts
Wrap just above the breast. Tuck ends through the newest loop and pull in the direction the line came from.
Subpart8: Tie off wraps
Hold the rope 2 inches (5 cm) above the chest harness using your right hand and let the ends drop down. Take the loose ends and tuck them up under all of the wraps of the chest harness, pulling the ends through the loop that was just created. Pull the half hitch you have just created tight.
Chapter: 4
Subpart9: Over shoulder and under lower wraps
Choose a shoulder, any shoulder. In my example, I chose the right shoulder. Tuck the ends underneath the two sets of lower wraps and pull the lines through.
Subpart10: Bring ends up over the other shoulder
In this example, this would be the left shoulder.
Subpart11: Pull ends under all wraps
Tuck the ends underneath all four sets of wraps and pull through.
Subpart13: Wrap a whole lot
Take the ends and wrap them around both shoulder straps, then split the lines apart and wrap each line around a different shoulder strap. Other options include wrapping around some of the chest wraps, wrapping around a mixture of chest wraps and shoulder straps or exploring a variety of artistic knotwork.
Subpart12: Tie off shoulder straps
Hold the rope above the chest harness in your right hand and pull the line over with your left hand. Take the loose ends and tuck them underneath both shoulder straps with your left hand, pulling the ends through the loop created with your right hand. Pull the half hitch tight. At this point, your chest harness is finished, but step 15 is included as an idea of what to do with extra rope.

Page: 112
Name: Clavicle Exposed Chest Harness
Learn: true
Subpart: Basic Chest Harness
Subpart2: Split the lines
Once the lines from the shoulder straps are tied off with a half hitch, have one line run to the left and one to the right, above the four sets of wraps that went around the torso.
Subpart5: Return to back and go under shoulder straps
Tuck the end of the left line under both shoulder straps, passing over to the right side. Repeat with the other line. Tension on both ropes should be even, with symmetrical clavicle pulling on the front of chest.
Subpart6: Tie a square knot
Take each line and use them to tie a square knot (see page 36).
Subpart3: Pull ends underneath shoulder straps
Having gone underneath the left armpit, pull the left rope ends underneath the left shoulder strap, then pull it back in the direction it came from. The goal is to pull the shoulder strap off of the collarbone and reduce tension on the upper front of the chest. Repeat on the right side.
Subpart7: Wrap a whole lot
Take the ends and wrap them around the lines from the clavicle pull. Other options include wrapping around the chest wraps, around a mixture of chest wraps and shoulder straps, going around shoulder straps, or using knotwork that expresses your artistic vision.
Chapter: 4

Page: 118
Name: Overhand with Lark’s Head
Learn: true
Subpart: Find the bight on the second rope
Tie a single overhand knot near the ends of the lines you are already working with. If the second rope you are adding is significantly larger in diameter, tie two overhand knots on top of one another.
Find a second rope, and fold that rope in half.
Subpart2: Make a lark’s head in second rope
Place your thumb and index finger inside the bight of the second rope. Spread your thumb and index finger apart. Rotate your hand so that your fingers are now facing down and the doubled line is between your thumb and index finger. Bring your thumb and index finger together, sliding both loops onto your index finger and middle finger. This creates the lark’s head.
Rythm: Adding more rope
Subpart3: Slide lark’s head over overhand knot
Grab the overhand knot between your index finger and middle finger and slide the lark’s head over the overhand knot. Tighten the lark’s head down. You now have a longer rope!
Chapter: 4

Page: 118
Name: Lark’s Head to Main Body
Learn: true
Subpart2: Slide bight under wraps
Choose a second rope and hold the rope by the bight. Slide this folded line under all of the chest wraps, or just a few—whatever works best for the given situation.
Rythm: Adding more rope
Subpart3: Pull ends through bight
By pulling the ends through the bight and snugging down, you create a lark’s head. You are now free to keep going.
Chapter: 4

Page: 126
Name: Cupcake Harness
Learn: true
Subpart: Basic Chest Harness
Rythm: Adding more rope
Subpart5: Snug and drop ends over other shoulder
By adding that extra tuck of rope, you have created a decorative twist in the front of the chest harness. Snug the twist down and drop the ends over the other shoulder.
Subpart6: Tie off shoulder straps
Use an overhand knot to tie off around the torso wraps. Tying off around both shoulder straps as shown in step 14 of the Basic Chest Harness (see page 50) is also a valid option.
Subpart4: Pull ends underneath shoulder strap
Make sure your Bottom is not looking at the chest harness when you do this or else you risk hitting her in the eye if the ends come through at a high speed.
Subpart7: Split the lines
Once the lines from the shoulder straps are tied off, have one run to the left and one to the right, above the four sets of wraps that went around the torso, just as you did in the Clavicle Exposed Chest Harness (see page 51).
Subpart8: Pull ends underneath shoulder straps
Pull the left side’s end underneath the left shoulder strap, then create reverse tension. Our goal is to anchor the rope above the breasts so we can bind each breast independently. Repeat on the right side.
Chapter: 4
Subpart9: Wrap right breast
Hold her right breast in your right hand while slowly wrapping the line around the breast towards the outside of the body. Get the rope as snug to the torso as possible when passing under the breast. Ask your Bottom how snug you can wrap, as everyone has different thresholds and desires for this sort of bondage.
Subpart10: Continue wrapping right breast
Make sure your lines lay right up against one another as you wrap, with no gaps between lines. Stop wrapping when you are either near the end of your line, you run out of breast to wrap, or you are happy with how the harness looks.
Subpart11: Tuck end underneath clavicle pull
Pull the rope under the lower clavicle pull line that was laid in step 15.
Subpart13: Bind the left breast
Repeat steps 16-19 on the left breast, holding the breast in your left hand and wrapping around the breast in the opposite direction that you did the first breast. Wrap the same number of times as you did on the right breast, then tuck the end underneath the clavicle pull and all of the breast wraps.
Subpart12: Tuck line underneath all the breast wraps
Pulling from next to the chest towards the nipple on the right breast, gently slide the end underneath all the breast wraps. If the wraps are very tight, you may have to tuck the line under one wrap at a time. Make sure not to pull through too fast, lest you cause abrasion.
Subpart14: Create shoulder straps
Run the lines from the breast bondage up over each shoulder, lifting the breasts as you do so. This will add snugness to the bondage, and position each breast in the “cupcake” position.
Subpart15: Tie off
Take each line and use them to tie a square knot on the back side. The finished product should appear similar to this on the front and side.

Page: 140
Name: Box Tie/simplified takate kote
Learn: true
Subpart: Tie wrists as single one-column tie
Tie a One-Column Tie (see page 34) around both wrists. The cuff shown here should be loose enough to give the Bottom space to wiggle around if they get uncomfortable. Doing so allows for some reduction of circulation and nerve concerns.
Subpart2: Wrap torso under breasts and over arms
Wrap the doubled line around the torso and upper arms with the ropes just under the breasts or pectoral mass.
Rythm: The Bottom will need to be able to have their inner wrists (or better yet, their inner forearms) overlap to create the Box Tie. If the Bottom is able to have their hands reach the opposite elbow, they should not “lock” their thumbs into their opposite “elbow-pit.” Not every person can hold this specific pose, but the same stylistic effect can be achieved by tying a Basic Chest Harness and then using a One-Column Tie to pull each wrist upward.
Subpart5: Create second lark’s head
When you come back to the first lark’s head, you will see that by wrapping a second time, you have created a new loop that rope can be tucked through. Pull the ends through this loop, then pull up and back in the direction the line came from, creating reverse tension. These lower two wraps should be near the halfway point on the upper arm, reducing the chance of nerve pressure.
Subpart6: Repeat steps 4 and 5 twice above breast
Add rope (see page 53) if needed, then wrap just above the breast. Tuck ends through the newest loop and pull in the direction the line came from. Wrap a fourth time, just above the third wrap, and tuck the ends through the newest loop and pull in the direction the line came from. The fourth wrap should line up with or near the armpit in front.
Subpart3: Make a lark’s head
Tuck the ends underneath the line that comes up from the wrist, then pull the ends back in the direction that they came from. Continue to pull until the line from the wrist creates a straight line up the spine to create the “box” shape.
Subpart4: Wrap a second time under breasts
Lay the second set of lines above the first set, just underneath the breasts. Lift the breasts to keep any skin from catching if needed.
Subpart7: Tie off wraps
Tie a half hitch around all four sets of chest ropes.
Subpart8: Over shoulder and under lower wraps
Choose a shoulder, any shoulder. In my example, I chose the right shoulder. Tuck the ends underneath the two sets of lower wraps and pull the lines through.
Chapter: 4
Subpart9: Snug and drop ends over other shoulder
Create a decorative twist in the front of the chest harness by bringing the rope up on the side of the body that you came from (in this case, the right side of the body) before tucking it under the rope you just laid. Having done so, drop the ends over the other shoulder.
Subpart10: Tie off shoulder straps.
Tuck the ends underneath all four sets of wraps and pull through. Add additional rope as needed at any point during this bondage, unless the knot will be placed on a tender part of the body such as between the torso and underarm. Pull the line upwards, and tie a half hitch around both sets of shoulder straps. Pull tight.
Subpart11: Split and run line between arm and torso
Take one strand run it to the left while running the other and to the right, just below the four sets of wraps that went around the torso. Use the gap at the “elbow-pit” to have less friction as you pull through.
Subpart13: Tuck ends underneath shoulder straps
Tuck the line that ran underneath the left arm under the shoulder straps from left to right. Tuck the line that ran underneath the right arm under the shoulder straps from right to left.
Subpart12: Tuck line between upper and lower torso wraps
Pull the end of the line up into the space between the doubled sets of torso wraps. Pull the line back down, creating pressure on the lower sets of torso wraps as you pass the line back through the elbow pit. If working with someone that might slip the upper sets of torso wraps off over their shoulders, the line can be pulled under both sets of doubled wraps.
Subpart14: Tie a square knot
Tie a square knot around the shoulder straps. Feel free to add an extra hitch on top of the square knot if you’re using a slippery line.
Subpart15: Catch the One-Column loop
When you tied the One-Column Tie in step 1, a small loop was left exposed. Run your extra rope down through the loop before bringing the line back up. Unless this loop is caught and brought up, the wraps around the torso could tighten if the Bottom’s hands drop.
Subpart16: Wrap a whole lot
In this example, I wrapped the ends around the shoulder straps before tying off with a square knot and tucking the ends away. The finished product should appear similar to this on the back, side, and front

Question: But what should I do if their hands fall asleep?
Answer: If your Bottom reports numbness in their hands, you can release the hands without undoing the harness. Untie anything that attaches the shoulder or torso lines to the wrist tie, untie the wrist cuffs and let the hands go—the rest of the bondage can stay in place. If you want to put your Bottom back in the same pose after their circulation returns, just re-tie the wrist cuff—voilà!—you’re back in business
Page: 157
Chapter: 4
Answer2: Sometimes the original position isn’t an option any more. Consider tying their hands in front instead, using a Two-Column Tie in front of their belly, attaching the wrists to one another. You can also attach their wrists to their upper thigh using a Two-Column Tie on each side for another variation. Have fun with it, and see what works for their body and your desires alike.

Name: Halter Top Harness
Definition: Wrap torso four times
Follow a similar pattern from steps 1-9 from the Basic Chest Harness (see page 46), except all lark’s heads will be in the center of the chest instead of the middle of the back, starting with the wraps above the breasts rather than under the breasts. By doing so, you start at the top, and work your way down.
Page: 158
Chapter: 4
Definition2: Tie off wraps
Hold the rope 2 inches (5 cm) below the lower chest wraps in your left hand.
Tie a half hitch around the ropes that run under the breasts. Pull tight.
Definition3: Split the lines
Once the lines from the torso wraps are tied off, have one run to the left and one to the right, just below the two sets of wraps that went around the torso below the breasts.
Tuck ends underneath torso wraps on sides
From bottom to top, tuck the end underneath the sides of the torso wraps and pull snug. This will create an “underwire” effect on individuals with breasts. If there is not enough breast tissue present to create this effect, the line will end up creating a diagonal stripe across the chest, crossing near the nipple
Tuck underneath lower torso wraps
From top to bottom, tuck the end underneath the lower torso wraps and pull snug
Intuition: Avoid knots on the back, so it's more beautiful/confortable
Definition4: Tuck underneath upper torso wraps and repeat
From bottom to top, tuck underneath the upper torso wraps and pull snug. Repeat steps 5 and 6 once more to create a band of wraps on the side of the chest. With the left side completed, repeat the underwire and side wraps on the right side.
Definition5: Cross lines over chest
Run the line from the right side of the torso over the left shoulder, and the left side of the torso over the right shoulder.
Definition6: Tie square knot behind neck
Take each line and use them together to tie a square knot directly behind the neck.

Name: Gyaku Ebi
Definition: Bind upper body
Restrain the upper body and hands. The Box Tie (see page 61) is shown here.
Page: 173
Chapter: 5
Definition2: Tie the ankles together
The One-Column Tie (see page 34) is a good option, though the Two-Column Tie (see page 38) is also a valid choice. Sexual play can be explored by having each ankle tied separately to the chest harness.
Definition3: Attach ankles to chest harness
Run the ends from the ankle tie underneath all of the torso wraps.
Name2: Asian Style Hogtie
Definition4: Create pulley system
Run the ends from the chest harness back down to the loop from the One-Column Tie. Using the bight, create a pulley system that helps move the rope more quickly and easily. Every Bottom has a different amount of flexibility and tension they can endure. Check in with them as you cinch down to make sure you do not hurt their knees or chest, or impair their ability to breathe.
Definition5: Tie off
Use an overhand or square knot to tether the cinched ropes in place.
Etymology: Reverse Shrimp
Definition6: Wrap a whole lot
In this variation, use up your extra rope by wrapping a lot around the series of lines that ran from the ankles to the chest. Split the bundle of lines apart and tuck the ends between those lines to keep it from unraveling. This tie can be challenging on the neck. Leave enough wiggle room so that your partner can get their head from side to side. For longer scenes, a pillow is also a kindness to the body.

Name: Kuri
Definition: Tie a chest harness
In this case, I chose to use a Halter Top Harness (see page 67). The more classical Ebi begins with a Box Tie (see page 61), and thus skips steps 2 and 3.
Page: 173
Chapter: 5
Definition2: Tie both wrists in front
Fingertips to elbow on each side, folded in front of the chest, bind the arms using a Two-Column Tie (see page 38).
Definition3: Attach the wrists to the chest harness
Wrap the long end of the leftover line around the center of the chest harness, then bring the lines in back to tie off.
Name2: Ebi (Shrimp)
Definition4: Bind both ankles
Have the Bottom fold her ankles in front of her, sitting cross-legged. Then, tie the two ankles as if they were a single column (see page 34), with all the knots above the ankles.
Definition5: Wrap around the back of the neck
If you choose to have the Ebi tie tuck underneath the chest harness in front, it avoids pressure on the neck. This changes the type of breathing compression and difficulty.
Etymology: chestnut
Definition6: Make a lark’s head
Tuck the ends through the bight from the one-column tie.
Definition7: Cinch down chest to ankles
Pull the chest towards the ankles by putting tension on the lark’s head. Then, tie off with an overhand knot. Now, you could either just sit back and enjoy, or, supporting both the head and the body of the Bottom, tip her on her side to expose her for your amusement (or to adjust tension on her body). Adding pillows under her legs, shoulder and neck can also affect body comfort. Some find these changes in tension and pose will allow them to stay bound for longer.

Name: Chair Tie
Definition: Do four two-column ties
Page: 173
Chapter: 5

Name: Kani
Definition: Two-Column Tie on legs
Page: 196
Chapter: 5
Etymology: Crab

Name: Kotobu Ryo-tekubi
Definition: Bind hands
Using a Two-Column Tie (see page 38) or Spread Two-Column Tie (see page 41), attach the wrists to each other in front of the body.
Page: 200
Definition2: Run line from wrists to back of waist
Carefully lift the hands overhead, and then pull them down behind the head. As you lift the arms overhead, the elbows will spread out and the wrist tie will get tighter. Make sure to go slowly and check in to make sure you do not strain a wrist or shoulder of your Bottom. If you are using two pieces of rope, this is the point where you would add your second piece before running the line down, as shown here.
Definition3: Wrap around waist
Wrap the folded line around the waist.
Name2: Captive Tie
Definition4: Create lark’s head
When you return to the center of the back, you will see that by wrapping the torso, you have created an area that rope can be tucked through. Pull the ends through this open space, then pull back in the direction you came from.
Definition5: Wrap a second time and make a lark’s head
Lay the second set of lines below the first set. When you come back to the first lark’s head, you will see that by wrapping a second time, you have created a new loop that rope can be tucked through. Pull the ends through this loop, then pull up and back the direction the line came from.
Etymology: binding both hands at the back of the head
Definition6: Repeat steps 4 and 5 twice more
Wrap just below the other wraps, around the waist. Tuck ends through the newest loop and pull in the direction the line came from. Wrap a fourth time, just below the third wrap, tuck the ends through the newest loop and pull in the direction that line came from.
Definition7: Tie off
Hold the rope 2 inches (5 cm) above the waist line using your left hand and let the ends drop down. Take the loose ends and tuck them up under all of the wraps of the waist line, pulling the ends through the loop that was just created. Pull the half hitch you have just created tight.

Name: Erotic Macramé
Definition: a blend of Japanese-inspired rope bondage, macramé, and rope as fashion
Page: 208
Chapter: 6

Name: Basic Rope Corset
Definition: Identify column
Choose a column. The most common column for rope corsets is the torso, but as you will see further in this chapter, almost any column will do. In the case of torsos, keep an eye out for rigging challenges such as additional midsection curves, bruises and spinal protrusions. Some bodies are not suited to long rope corsets—consider building a rope cincher or belt instead.
Page: 210
Chapter: 6
Definition2: Wrap and create lark’s head
With the bight located at the front center of the torso, wrap the doubled line around the torso with the ropes just under the breasts or pectoral mass. Pull the ends through the bight, then pull the ends back in the direction that they came from to create reverse tension. The lines around the torso should be snug but not restrictive.
Definition3: Create second lark’s head
Lay the second set of lines below the first set. When you come back to the first lark’s head, you will see that by wrapping a second time, you have created a new loop that rope can be tucked through. Pull the ends through this loop, then pull up and back in the direction the line came from.
Definition4: Repeat step 5 until you run out of rope
Wrap just below the last line. Make sure to keep tension even with each line, and straighten the spine of lark’s heads that form at the center of the torso.
Any time you run out of rope,
Definition5: Continue until you reach the bottom of the corset
Continue to wrap lines in alternating directions while maintaining a straight spine of lark’s heads at the center of the torso and even tension on each wrap. Pause every few lines to make sure the lines are touching at the side and that you are covering up any knots from adding new rope by laying lines over the knots to conceal them. The corset has reached the bottom when it looks right to you.
Definition6: Tie off wraps
When you reach the end of your corset, split the two lines in your hand. One will go through the bight at the base of the corset, just as if you were about to do an additional wrap. Create a square knot by going left over right, then right over left. Tuck the ends of the square knot underneath the base of the corset.

Name: Double Spine Rope Corset
Definition: Attach lark’s head to Main Body
Attach a new piece of line (see page 53) to the center back of the chest harness. For dramatic effect, this is an opportunity to change colors of rope or textures of line, though staying with the same width of line is encouraged.
Page: 219
Definition2: Wrap torso under chest harness and create lark’s head
Wrap directly underneath the chest harness. Once you have returned to the center back, pull the ends up through the newly created gap on the back, then pull down and back in the direction the line came from.
Conjdef: On the Basic Chest Harness
Definition3: Wrap around torso and create repeating lark’s heads
Lay the second set of lines below the first set. When you come back to the first lark’s head of the corset segment, you will see that by wrapping a second time, you have created a new loop that rope can be tucked up through, just as you did with the Chest Harness or Basic Rope Corset. Maintain even tension as you repeat this pattern, straightening the spine of the corset down the back towards the rump as you go.
Each time you run out of rope, add more rope (see page 53). Changing colors creates drama, or use all one tone and texture for a continuous look. Pause every few lines to make sure that the lines are touching at the side and that you are covering up any knots from adding new rope by laying lines over the knots to conceal them. When you reach the bottom of the corset, tie off the line with step 8 from the Basic Rope Corset
Intuition: Similar to Basic Rope Corset but avoid ropes compacting upon one other
Definition4: Attach lark’s head to center
Attach a new rope (see page 53) to the center front of the chest harness. For dramatic effect, this is an opportunity to change colors of rope or textures of line, though staying with the same width of line is preferable for a more classically attractive rope corset.
Definition5: Begin laying second spine
Lay the doubled line over the first two lines of the corset. Tuck each end up underneath the first two lines of the corset, one on each side of the spine that is being built.
Definition6: Create center pattern
Lay the separated spine line over the next two wraps of the corset. Tuck each end up underneath the previous wrap.
Continue herringbone spine
Definition7: Tie off
By the bottom of the corset you with have an elegant herringbone-patterned spine down the center front of the torso. Tie off the ends of the rope with a square knot or other technique, and do lots of wraps or twists to use up the remaining rope.

Name: Fancy Rope Corset
Definition: On double spine robe corset, add drawing
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Name: Rope Gauntlets
Definition: Essentially Basic Rope Corset, but on arm.
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Chapter: 6

Name: Gauntlet Bondage
Definition: Rope corset on two arms
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Chapter: 6

Name: Matanawa
Definition: Wrap torso at waistline
With the bight located just below the belly button, wrap the folded line around the torso with the ropes at the waistline. On individuals with rounded waists or with extra curves, consider wrapping under the belly, just above the hips.
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Chapter: 7
Definition2: Create lark’s head
By pulling the ends through the bight, create a lark’s head. Pull the ends through the bight, then pull the ends back in the direction that they came from, placing tension on the lines. The lines around the waist should be snug but not restrictive.
Conjdef: Identify crotch
Choose a crotch. Identify anything that might require modifications to the tie, such as external genitals, piercings, or body hair. Just because someone has piercings does not mean you can’t tie a crotch rope on them; you just need to be careful doing anything quickly, or you may choose to tie an Exposing the Cherrytie instead (see page 102). then
Definition3: Create second lark’s head
Lay the second set of lines just below the first set, pulling in the opposite direction of the first. When you come back to the first lark’s head, you will see that by wrapping a second time, you have created a new loop that rope can be tucked through. Pull the ends up through this loop, then pull down.
Name2: Basic Crotch Rope
Definition4: Tie off wraps
Using a half hitch, tie off around all of the waist lines. Pull tight.
Tie an over-hand knot
Many individuals enjoy having a knot placed appropriately to stimulate the clitoris, anus, vaginal opening, or perineum (the soft region between the groin and the anus). Ask the person you are binding what would appeal to them. This step is optional if you or your partner are not interested in additional sensation, or find such knots uncomfortable. You can also tie a series of knots to stimulate a variety of points, hold in plugs, or to deny access to the region.
Definition5: Pull line through the legs
Make the line snug, but not painful. If working with individuals with external genitals, split the line apart as you place the line to avoid painful compression.
Etymology: tying the groin
Definition6: Tuck underneath waist line
Having run the doubled line through the legs, tuck it underneath all of the waist lines at the center of the back.
Definition7: Tie off line
Using a half hitch knot, tie off around the line that came up between the legs.

Name: Exposing the Cherry
Definition: Split the lines
Take one line in each hand. Pull both of the lines to the front, running one line along the hip on each side of the rump.
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Chapter: 7
Definition2: Pull ends underneath center front crotch rope
Pull ends underneath center front crotch rope. On the right side, take the line and tuck it underneath the right strand of the crotch rope. Repeat on the left side. Pull both lines snug, but not uncomfortably so.
Conjdef: Construct Basic Crotch Rope then
Definition3: Pull both the lines to the back
Run one line along the lower hip on each side of the rump. On the right side, take the line and tuck it underneath the right strand of the crotch rope at the base of the ass. Repeat on the left side. Pull both lines snug, but not uncomfortably so. In doing so, you have exposed the “cherry.”
Definition4: Pull ends underneath center front crotch rope
Run one line along the lower hip on each side of the rump, immediately below the last hip line. On the right side, take the line and tuck it underneath the right strand of the forward crotch rope just below the last hip line. Repeat on the left side.
Definition5: Tie off lines
Lay the right line over the lower right hip line. Tie off using a half hitch. Repeat on the left side using the left line.
Definition6: Wrap a whole lot
Take the ends and wrap them around something. In this spider-web pattern, lines were crossed over each other and caught at each side of the open diamond from the initial tie. Any rigging at this point is purely for decorative value, as the structure of the tie was finished at step 15. This concept is sometimes referred to as kazari-nawa, the use of excess rope to decorate a tie that has been completed.

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Name: Strap-On Harness
Learn: true
Subpart: Pull line back through legs
Split the line apart and run the lines back through the legs, one on each side of the initial crotch rope.
Subpart2: Tuck underneath front of waist line
Having run the doubled line through the legs, tuck it underneath all of the waist lines at the center of the front, one on each side of the original crotch line.
Rythm: Construct Basic Crotch Rope then
Subpart5: Repeat steps 12 and 13
Repeat half hitch knots 2-15 times on each side until you reach the point where the top of your dildo should rest. Use what feels right on the body that will be supporting your attached “cock.”
For individuals with a biological penis, it is usually easier to have the dildo rest directly above your biological equipment. This series of half hitches stabilizes the dildo, but may also act as additional stimulation for your partner in some positions.
Subpart6: Split lines and slide in dildo
Two lines will lie on each side of your “cock.” Using a dildo with a flared/flange base is recommended, since non-flange dildos have more likelihood of slipping out during active play.
Subpart3: Tie half hitch knot right
Lay the right line across all four of the crotch ropes, and tie a half hitch around them.
The half hitch should not include the left active line. Pull the line snug and tighten down knot.
Subpart4: Tie half hitch knot left
Lay the left line across all four of the crotch ropes, and tie a half hitch around them.
The half hitch should not include the right active line. Pull the line snug and tighten down knot.
Subpart7: Tie half hitch knots below dildo
As you tie the knots, make sure to snug them up to the base of the “cock” to make sure it does not slip out.
Subpart8: Pull both the lines to the back and rear under crotch rope
Run one line along the lower hip on each side of the rump. This placement of line can also be done under the ass-cheek, as it was done while Exposing the Cherry(see page 102). On the right side, take the line and tuck it underneath the two right strands of the crotch. Repeat on the left side. Pull both lines snug, but not uncomfortably so.
Chapter: 7
Subpart9: Tie off lines
Take the right line and tie a half hitch around the right two strands of the crotch rope. Repeat with the left line.
Subpart10: Wrap a whole lot
If there is any rope left over, wrap around the waist lines, weave up and down around the hips, or use up the rope in any other way you find aesthetically appealing. Your finished product? A strap on harness that is machine washable, fits you every time, and does not wobble from side to side. If during play the harness loosens up, just untie those final wraps and snug down the hip lines… and keep having fun.