Kids will have a blast bending and shaping their snake and making it slither around. This knotted craft is easy and fun, perfect for summer camp and Scouts!
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How much paracord do I need to make a paracord snake?
You will need roughly 1 foot of paracord per inch of snake. We started with 8 feet of each colour of paracord (16 feet total), but ended up with around 3 feet of each colour leftover when making an 11 inch snake. Basically, the amount of paracord needed will depend on how long you make your snake and how tight your knots are! With the full 16 feet of cord you should be able to make a snake up to 16 inches long.
What glue works best to attach the googly eyes to the paracord snake?
We used glue tape to attach the snake’s eyes, and it works well enough if you’re just displaying the snake. However, if you’re actually playing with the paracord snake the glue taped eyes fall off very easily. We’d recommend using hot glue or tacky glue. The hot glue dries almost immediately. Tacky glue takes several hours to fully dry allowing the eyes to slide around a bit. Both of these options hold up pretty well, though they can still be picked off if you try.
Is a cobra knot the same as a square knot?
Interestingly, it will depend on who you ask! A cobra knot, also known as a Soloman bar, is the same as a square knot in macrame. However, a regular square knot (known as a “reef knot”) is different because it isn’t tied around a center strand. This information won’t affect anything in this craft as long as you’re following our tutorial. But it helps to keep an eye out for the different knot names if you work on future knotting projects.
This is a fun craft for boys and girls who love snakes and the outdoors. Choose your favourite colours of paracord and make a paracord snake in less than half an hour!
Here’s even more knotted craft ideas:
How to Make a Paracord Bracelet
Paracord Keychain
Paracord Lanyard
How to Make a Macrame Keychain
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