Nautical Knots

Nautical knots are a universal language spoken around the world. They reside at the intersection of ingenious design, practical function and were essential for sailors and significantly impacted maritime history.

It is important to remember that sailing often meant months at sea for the sailors with little to fill in their day at times. As a result, we see a lot of decorative marine knot art from sailing.

The crown knot was used to create very thick ropes by sailors for towing another vessel, preparing for a storm or managing sails.