Since we build bondage furniture here at Bonnie & Clyde, we have explored many ways to accomplish the actual bondage portion of this activity. Bonnie loves the look of rope, though we don’t often use it in our own play because it takes some time to make it look really cool. But if we really have some decent play time, we use rope.
But how do you go about using the rope, especially if you weren’t in the Boy Scouts or the Navy and have no idea how to tie knots? Fortunately, there are books galore to help you out. One of the best is Back on the Ropes, available on Amazon. It gives step-by-step instructions along with pictures on how to tie basic and fancy knots…and not just knots, but whole bondage set-ups like the one in the picture, above.
Now, all the usual rules apply here. You must have a very trusting relationship on both sides, you must have a safe word, and never, ever, leave someone alone who is tied up. Don’t wrap rope too tightly, or tie knots too tight (all this is in the book).
If you follow all the safe rules, and have some time, not only can you have a very sexy bondage session, but you can take some awesome and very attractive pictures–the wrapped ropes and knots can look really cool.
All of our bondage pieces come with ample tie-down anchors that are perfect for using rope. We always offer the option of adding even more anchor points as well, so you can have all kinds of amazing sessions.
What’s the best kind of rope to use? The Knotty Boys (who wrote the book recommended above) say, “nylon solid braid rope 7/16″ (11mm) or 3/8″ (9mm) for harnesses and wraps, with 1/8″ (3mm) nylon for the finer, decorative stuff.”
Do I have any suggestions for the best piece of furniture for using rope, as opposed to, say, chain (another of Bonnie’s loves)? Let me answer that by saying that I think chain is best used with the stocks…it just seems more appropriate. The sawhorse, though, and perhaps especially the Curved Dungeon Table are perfect for ropes. Oh my, that one can make incredible use of beautiful rope tying.
I think that should get you started.
Until next time,
Clyde
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