Rope Guides

"How many ropes do I need?" Basic Guide for Beginners
"How many ropes do I need?" Basic Guide for Beginners
Anna Bones
The number of jute ropes you should purchase depends on several factors, including the type of shibari you plan to practice, the complexity of the ties, the length of each... Read more...
Cotton or jute for shibari? 4 key differences to help you decide
Cotton or jute for shibari? 4 key differences to help you decide
Anna Bones
Yes there are differences between cotton and jute, and here’s a quick breakdown of the key differences between them when it comes to shibari rope. Typically in shibari we tend to... Read more...
How many ropes do I need for shibari? A helpful guide
Which shibari rope kit should I buy?
Anna Bones
Every kit is built around the same rope we sell by the length: 7.5m, 6mm, single-ply. Most kits let you choose the material — Anatomie or Ogawa jute, or linen-hemp... Read more...
Why are Shibari jute ropes expensive?
Why are jute ropes expensive? Here’s what you’re paying for.
Anna Bones
This is not an unreasonable question and there are reasons for this! For starters jute ropes made for shibari are "single ply" which means that they are made in a different way... Read more...