10 strand Matthew Walker + 5 strand plait

This is a 10 strand variation of how I start most of my bellropes and keyfobs. The 5 strand plait is very easy. The 10 strand Matthew Walker is on the other hand is much harder. Having said that if you take it one step at a time, don't cut corners, and put it together in a methodical way you should get the hang of it. It is after all just a series of overhand knots, easy eh?!
Hope this is of some use, please let me know. If you like my video please share and like, It all helps.

All the cord I use in my videos is made by me on my own rope walk. I sell cord in a range of colours through my shop, here's the link.

I learnt this MW tying method from Mikko Snellman who has some really wonderful knotting videos. I'll put a link below, he also sells great knotting tools and hard laid cord.

[NikAbayonvlog]

Wow salamat kapatid to share your video gagayahin ko ang craft mo.

[TheBradinator]

I'm in boy scouts and I've been deemed the "knot guy" of our troop for my interest, knowledge, and skill of all the knots and more that we use in boy scouts. I just want to say that this knot is beautiful and I would really like to incorporate it into some of my knot related projects soon. It was well explained and fairly easy to follow. Good job!

[brianwhite]

The MW knot is very handsome! First time I've ever watched someone else tie it. As a young sailor(US Navy), I purchased Clifford Ashley's Book of Knots in 1972. During a 6 month deployment to SE Asia, I taught myself to tie many knots, eventually learning the MW. I've only tied it with 6 strands, and I commend your 10 strand example. My other favorites to tie are the Turks Head and Monkey Fist. I guess I need to get back into a bit of macrame' and fancy rope work. Thanks for posting this!

[elviraobregon]

I remember seeing kids in high school making this braid for key holders over 50 years ago. I could barely hear the instructions, instructor is very soft spoken. Very interesting video, thank you.

[lizabethkane]

Actually, enjoy macreme, knitting & fly-fishing, but quite honestly, I could listen to this chap's voice ALL DAY LONG.., 👍🍀

[conniepliley]

I have to keep starting the video over cuz I keep falling asleep listening to his incredibly peaceful and calm voice.

[doodybird]

Wow! I like that... My dad made me spend an entire summer learning how to do macrame. I hated it back then but I have been using those knots all my life for different things. Thank you for showing this one, I have seen it but never saw it being made.

[jenbo]

Why am I watching this? I fell asleep watching bird bath battles--- but I watched to the end baffled but impressed non the less. Well done. rgds from France.

[aidabach]

Structurally strong. Delightful. Thank you

[lauragonsalez]

Que trabajo hay que gustarle ese arte felicitaciones saludos uruguay

[crazyauntcc]

I’m so glad YouTube reccZ your channel as I do macrame & was looking for more interesting ways to join my side weaves on my wall hangings & such. This would be perfect & easy to weave into any piece thanks so much for sharing, I can’t wait to learn more!

[magalou]

Me encanto !!! Muchas gracias por el paso a paso. Lo usare en mis colgantes tejidos para masetas!!! Saludos desde argentina!!

[garyweybright]

Claudia here, this was great, never seen anything like it before! Thanks for sharing

[momijiyamanishi]

This is a very very good video. I have watched it twice and the second time I was holding my breath when you were pulling the loops up tight. I can see how important that is to be patient. Thank you for such a good video. I am working on one right now.

[audas]

This is an excellent knot. I like making these things for keys - this would be great as the ends could then by turned into individual holders with a running knot.

[vyranlaise]

Wow I'm speechless. I can tie any fishing knot. Never thought of trying something a little bigger. I stopped by your store and took a look. The one I like is the hemp look. When you get more in stock. I would love to tie some new knots. Thanks for sharing

[bonful]

Zowie! Nice work, Philip. You embody the Zen of knot tying. 💕

[markburr]

Mesmerizing! Love the look of this. I will be looking to give it a try! Thank you for doing this video, will look out for others you do, thanks

[babadeedee]

Matthew you are a master at knot tying. Towards the end I found myself repeatedly gasping “Wow” I love knot typing and especially the monkey fist & I can’t wait to try this! Thank you for posting. I’ve subscribe 👍🏻😊

[zoehancock]

Fantastic piece of knotting: it makes me feel a wimp for not tying more than four stands. I love the idea of the cords finding their place. Thanks.