Pineapple Knot Jig Set – Precision Mandrels for Decorative Knotwork

Precision Mandrels for Pineapple Knots

This Pineapple Knot jig set is designed for decorative knotting, paracord work and traditional ropework. It is ideal for bracelets, bands, handle wraps and cylindrical knotwork where clean geometry and consistent structure matter.

The raised guides show the knot path and over-under sequence, reducing the guesswork normally involved in laying out pineapple knots by hand.

Pineapple knots are traditionally built over an underlying Turk’s Head geometry. The engraved guides on these mandrels make that structure easier to follow without needing to mark out the pattern freehand.

Pineapple Variants Included

Every mandrel in this set represents a pineapple knot layout. The set covers a progression of pineapple structures, from simpler single-pass forms through to denser and more advanced variations.

This set enables:

• Clean, repeatable single-pass pineapple braids
• Denser multi-pass pineapple patterns for richer texture
• Structured pineapple banding for bracelets and cylindrical cores
• Progressive practice across multiple mandrel sizes

The 55 mm mandrel includes additional pin holes, allowing advanced users to tie shorter or alternative pineapple variations on the same diameter.

Sizes and Progression

The set includes multiple mandrel diameters, allowing you to progress from narrow decorative bands to larger, more complex pineapple knots.

Smaller mandrels are ideal for:

• Button-style pineapple knots
• Getting started with pineapple structures
• Torch and handle coverings
• Fine decorative banding

Larger mandrels are suited to:

• Wide pineapple bands
• Bracelet-sized knots
• Display knots
• Practising multi-pass dressing and symmetry

Knots will tighten down from the mandrel size once dressed. Slide the knot off the mandrel and dress again on your chosen object to achieve the final fit and finish.

Design Features

• Clear engraved pineapple knot paths
• Raised guides showing the over-under structure
• Removable pins for controlled knot layout
• Designed for multi-colour and multi-strand work
• Allows slack to be worked out progressively during dressing
• Designed and tested by an active knotmaker

Materials and Compatibility

• 3D printed in durable PLA
• Suitable for paracord
• Suitable for craft cord
• Suitable for decorative rope

These mandrels are intended for knot construction and layout. They are not intended to remain inside the knot as permanent cores.

Who This Set Is For

• Knotcraft enthusiasts
• Decorative ropeworkers
• Paracord and braid specialists
• Anyone wanting repeatable pineapple knots without freehand layout

Technical Pineapple Reference

The following reference is provided for experienced knotters who wish to understand the underlying geometry of each pineapple mandrel.

Mandrel Ø	Rows	Crossings	Parts	Nested Bights	Shifted Bights	Code	Type
15 mm	15	12	12P	6B	2	1	I
27 mm	27	20	24P	10B	2	1	I
40 mm	32	30	27P	15B	3	1	III
55 mm	35	40	28P	20B	4	1	IV
77 mm	15	52	12P	26B	2	1	I
77 mm	11	52	8P	26B	2	1	I Row-coded

Figures describe the engraved knot path prior to dressing. Final knot size will reduce when tightened.