Square Knot

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1. 1

   Start with opposing ends

   The ropes approach from above and below. Each working end will return beside its own standing part.
2. 2

   Bring the ends together

   Bring the working ends toward each other, leaving room for the two half knots.
3. 3

   Tie the first half knot

   Cross one end over the other and wrap it underneath. Both ends move together in this view.
4. 4

   Turn the ends back

   Curve both ends back toward their own standing parts to begin the opposite half knot.
5. 5

   Tie the opposite half knot

   Cross and tuck in the opposite direction. Repeating the first direction would make a granny knot.
6. 6

   Bring out the tails

   Each tail leaves beside its own standing part: one pair above and one pair below.
7. 7

   Snug the two half knots

   Draw the two opposite half knots together. Each tail stays beside its own standing part; use this as a binding knot.