Parachute cord also called paracord was invented by the military during World War 2. It’s breaking strength is over 550 lbs. Paracord is made with nylon which won’t mold or rot, and it’s durable, virtually indestructable and washable. Since paracord had so many advantages, it soon became a popular all use rope in the civilian world. Paracord is a super versatile tool and is now extremely popular with campers, hunters, craft lovers, and survivalist.
For campers and survivalist, you could use paracord to replace your boot laces, make drawstring bags, hammocks, survival watchbands and bracelets or other secure gears. You could also use it to protect your food out of reach of bears, make snow shoes, a fire bow, snares, traps, or to make wrist and neck lanyards for knives or other tools. For your pet friend, You can use it to create a collar, leash, or chewers and toys, a harness. For hunters, you can use it to make a bow wrist sling, bandolier and replace your rifle sling. Paracord can be also used to make really pretty and fun accessories like headbands, necklaces, hat bands, earrings. There are also many simple and creative paracord crafts to do with kids, especially boys and teens. Housewife can use it to make home decors and other useful stuff in family life such as coasters, water bottle sleeves, flip-flops, and much, much more.
Today in this article we collected some awesome paracord projects for your inspiration. Do you want to have a cool paracord survival belt? Or do you need a lanyard which can be used as a chain, to secure a key chain, knife, flashlight, cell phone, camera, binoculars, compass? Or you just want a paracord reinforcement to make it more durable. Browse these photos of paracord projects to find more creative paracord projects and how to make them yourself.
For Home
DIY Floral Paracord Coaster
Since coasters are very usable stuff in family life, why not plus a little personal touch using this creative idea. The coasters are beautifully made out of paracord and they are very decorative. Learn how to make your own paracord coasters here
Paracord Crochet Trivets
Paracord can handle heat pretty well, which makes perfect material for crochet trivets to handle hot pans and dishes. See tutorial here
DIY Macrame Plant Hangers
These lovely plant hangers would make an excellent DIY project for your home as you can easily customize what color or shape you’d like to have to hold your plants. Tutorial via
Use Paracord in Varying Colors to Makeover Aluminum Chairs
A colorful paracord aluminum chair is an awesome decorative piece for your home. See the tutorial here
DIY Woven Paracord Stool
Paracord is durable and various in colors. If you have a woven seat that is broken or you want to change the look. You can use this great idea. See the tutorial here
Paracord Laptop Harness
Laptop harness supports are great for people on the go. This laptop harness is made of paracord and you can hook this to a backpack without it taking up the room inside. See tutorial here
DIY Paracord Vases
How beautiful and individual they each turned out! These cute paracord vases are very easy to recreate which are perfect for the older kids to DIY. Learn the tutorial here
Crochet Paracord Pen Holder
This is a usable crochet item which is also very decorative on the desk. And I like that it should be very durable and easy to wash in water. See how to crohet one here
Paracord Coffee Sleeve
Paracord sleeves are quite practical stuff which can help you holding the hot drink. And they are also great decoration to your cup. See full tutorial here
Paracord Guitar Strap
If you are feeling too much of carrying your heavy guitar, it’s time to make a simple but cool paracord guitar strap. See tutorial here
Paracord Camera Strap
Learn the easy tutorial of this durable and beautiful paracord camera strap here
Paracord Charging Cable Joints Reinforcement
The end of the phone charging cable can take a lot of stress in daily use and always break right at the jack. You can reinforcement it with paracord to make it more durable. See how to make the paracord reinforcement here
Paracord Headphones
Wrap the headphones with paracord to make it more durable and tangle-free. See the instructions here
Paracord Steering Wheel Wrap
Your old car’s steering wheel may become very smooth and slippery after quite some years’ use. For a firmer grip upon the steering wheel, you can wrap it with paracord. It’s also a fashion accessory to add contrast of color and texture. See tutorial here
For Clothing
Beautiful DIY Friendship Bracelets with Swarovski Elements
Made out of paracord and Swarovski crystals, this paracord bracelet is one of my favorite bracelets for myself or as a friendship bracelet. Fun to make and very stylish. Learn the tutorial here
Beautiful DIY Paracord Necklace and Earrings
Learn how to make this awesome beach wear woven necklace and earrings using paracord. See tutorial here
Hat with Paracord Band
This hat band has been woven using paracord into a great looking accessory. More details via
DIY Paracord Rosette Headband
Headbands are a clothing accessory worn in the hair or around the forehead, usually to hold hair away from the face or eyes. Paracord headbands do not only have good looking but have survival capabilities. See how to do this beautiful headband here
DIY Paracord Flip-flops
Update old flip-flops by making square knots around the existing straps. Learn how to do here
Easy Woven Paracord Survival Belt
Make a usable and effective survival belt out of paracord. Besides that, it’s not a bad looking belt either. You can also get paracord in many colors. Learn the tutorial here
Paracord Wallet
Use pararcord needle and paracord to make a sturdier and pretty cool paracord wallet for the men in your family. It’s little time consuming. See tutorial here
Paracord Glasses Lanyard
The paracord lanyard serves as a way to help dangle your glasses on your chest when you are not wearing them, as well as prevents your glasses from falling when you are wearing them. See tutorial here
DIY Paracord Shoelaces
Paracord can make improvised shoe or bootlaces. Replace the standard laces with those made of paracord for the reason if you ever need a piece of paracord, you can use one of your shoelaces. Making shoelaces is simplicity itself: Cut the paracord to fit, then fuse the ends with a match or lighter. See tutorial here
For Campers, Survivalist and Hunters
DIY Paracord Multipurpose Drawstring Bag
This paracord multipurpose drawstring bag is very simple but takes a lot of time and patience. It can carry fruits, vegetables, towels , quilt, etc. See the instructions here
Cool DIY Paracord Watchband and Bracelet
If you are still scrambling for a last minute DIY Father’s day gift idea because your Daddy is always in style. This would be great for you. These stylish handsome paracord watchband and bracelet are easy to make. They are also perfect gifts for boys. Learn how to do it step-by-step source
DIY Paracord Water Bottle Sleeve
A paracord water bottle sleeve has many benefits. It has a great decorative look, can prevent scratches and damage from falls and abrasions, give a better grip of your bottle and more. Make your own sleeves with this easy tutorial. source
DIY Harness for Climbing
Different from a single 4-5 m (13-16 feet) climbing rope, this harness was made adding 3 protective parts made from paracord and rope to protect your waist and thights. See tutrorial here
DIY Chain Sinnet Paracord Bottle Wrap
Paracord Hiking Belt
This simple hiking belt can quickly attach and release your favortie tools onto your belt without filling your bag full of things when hunting or camping using paracord. See tutorial here
Paracord Rock Sling
A paracord rock sling could be used for hunting small game. See tutorial here
Paracord Knots on Your Backpacks
Check out the great DIY how to with photos for all the different steps to make the knots. Tutorial via
DIY Paracord Monkey Fist Knot
The Monkey Fist knot has a long history since 1800’s, main purpose as a weight at the end of a rope or just for decorative use. The monkey fist was also used as a melee weapon among sailors and gangs. See the tutorial of the monkey fist using a marble inside the knot. Tutorial via
Giant Paracord Monkey Fist
A paracord monkey fist is beneficial to carry on you for survival and self defense purposes. It’s super easy to conceal and carries enough power to slow down any attacker. Learn this tutorial of how to make this giant paracord monkey fist. source
DIY Paracord Zippo Lighter Pouch
DIY Paracord Key Fob
The paracord is weaved on a strong, small key ring. The paracord key fobs are durable, useful, stylish, and surprisingly comfortable which are perfect gifts for any person. See tutorial here
Paracord Keychain with Hidden Compartment
With a perfect hidden compartment for survival money, matches, and any other small essential survival items you can think of in this cool keychain, it makes a really useful survival tool. See tutorial here
Wrap Everything in Paracord
Fabulous knotted works made out of paracord. See more here
Cross Knot and Snake Knot Paracord Lanyard
Paracord can be made into different kinds of lanyards which can be used as a chain, to secure a key chain, knife, flashlight, cell phone, camera, binoculars, compass, and other assorted pocketable gadgets, gear, and more. See tutorial of this version here
Paracord Bike Frame Handle
This paracord bike frame handle makes carrying your bicycle as easy as carrying a briefcase. It is made from paracord and aluminum bar. It attaches by loops and Chinese button knots. See tutorial here
Paracord Survival Tin Pouch
This survival tin paracord pouch can be used to hold to keep survival gear or whatever else you can fit neatly inside and still close up. See tutorial here
Paracord Bracelet with Survival Kit
A paracord Bracelet can contain up to 25 feet of paracord braided on your wrist, to use incase you get into a bad situation. Design your on emergency bug out bracelet outfitted with a first aid kit within arm’s reach, compass, fishing supplies, fire starter, tools, knife, and more. See tutorial here
Paracord Multipurpose Fish, Haul or Play Net Bag
The multipurpose fish net is made out of paracord and you can use it in many ways such as catching fish in a shallow stream to feed yourself or hanging your food high on the tree. See tutorial here
Army Ranger Pace Count Beads
The army ranger beads are used to keep track of distance walked. They are utility tool for Scouts and back-packers. Instructions of how to make and use them via
DIY Paracord Hammock
Learn how to make this durable, light and compactable paracord hammock to get yourself hung up in it. Really perfect for the camping night in the areas where bears are a concern or when you don’t like to sleep on the uneven, rocky or wet ground. See tutorial here
Emergency Paracord and Crampons for Ice and Snow
For amazing traction when walking on snow and ice and easily saving you from a nasty fall, the emergency crampons are made out of easy to find chain and paracord and can fit over whatever pair of shoes you are wearing. See tutorial here
DIY Paracord Bow Wrist Sling
The paracord bow wrist sling is a useful supply for bow hunters to keep from dropping your bow after shooting it. See tutorial source
Paracord Snow Shoes
Easy made snowshoes using paracord for the lashing, webbing, and bindings. They can shave off a significant portion of your walking time in the snow and maybe even save your life. See tutorial here
Paracord Camp Axe Wrap
Wrap a handle on a camp axe or any type of handle for a firmer grip. It’s also a fashion and personalized accessory. See tutorial here
Simple Paracord Bandolier
A bandolier is a convenient way to carry ammunition for hunters. This version is very easy and quick option making a bandolier out of paracord. See tutorial here
Paracord Bandolier: Cool but More Difficult Version
This version is super cool like a work of art. See more details here
For Your Pet
DIY Parcaord Dog Collar with a Side Release Buckle
Create a braided dog collar using paracord for durability. See the instructions here
DIY Knotted Paracord Dog Leash
Paracord makes an excellent dog leash since it is lightweight, super tough, water resistant and customizable in color, length and knotting pattern. This tutorial is extremely easy, please head over to see here
DIY Paracord Dogs Chewers and Toys
Dogs love to bite and chew, they also love to play. Make these cute paracord dogs toys for man’s best friends. See tutorial here
DIY Paracord Dog Harness
Collars and leashes are great for pets when they need to go outside, but harnesses are more secure since they come around your pet in the front and the back. If your pet friend’s collar is a bit too uncomfortable, please try to make this harness. Tutorial via
Paracord Dog Tag Holder
Make cute personalized dog tag holder with paracord so your pup stands out! See tutorial here
Horse Halter and Bridle
Use paracord to make both halters and bridles for your horses. See halter tutorial here
or buy bridle here for fun.
For FunParacord Spider
Paracord Spider
This is a cool and fairly realistic spider that will decorate a wall or a desk, and it’s made from paracord. See tutorial here
DIY Paracord Minion
Kids love minions and minions toys very much. These cute paracord minions which are good gifts for kids were made with the crown knot. See the tutorial for step by step instructions here
DIY Paracord BullWhip
Bullwhips are used today in ranching and for historical re-creation. This paracord bullwhip is easy to recreate. See tutorial here
Paracord Hand Cuffs
Make cool hand cuffs not for the purpose of using them, but for fun. Check out this awesome paracord project here
mike says
Where would one get the eye beads for the paracord minions?
Thanks
Mike
Ron says
For the backpack zipper pull knots the proper attribution is
https://forums.tombihn.com/photos-videos-and-reviews/5760-paracord-pulls-my-brain-bag.html
Smith says
Hello guys its Smith here, i would like to know where can i get paracords and the clips i want to buy them im from south africa.
Janice says
Amazon has a great supply of paracord and all the different attachments!