Daisy chain (knot)

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This article is about the method for shortening or storing rope or cable. For other meanings, see daisy chain and chain stitch.

A daisy chain, chain sinnet, chain stitch or monkey braid is a method of shortening a rope, extension cord, or other cable while in use or for storage.

The daisy chain is used in sailing, canoeing, backpacking, and by electricians.

[edit] Tying

To tie:

1. Create a loop in the rope.

2. Bend the working end of the rope into a U-shape and slip this U through the previous loop.

3. With one hand, pull on the working and the standing ends of the rope. With the other, pull on the U-shaped length. A new loop will form and the previous loop will become a new stitch.

4. Repeat steps 2-3 until the rope has been sufficiently shortened.

5. Tie a half-hitch through the last loop.

To untie: untie the half-hitch and pull on the working end of the rope or cable.