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55 DIY Paracord Projects For Preppers

Updated by Editorial Staff

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Paracord can be used for so many different things. There are dozens of DIY projects you can do in an afternoon, which we’ll get to soon.

There are different knots that are used in certain situations, it can be used for specific gear purposes. There is something called Paracord braiding which is a common hobby for preppers and other paracord users as well.

So if you’re looking for enough ideas to last you a while, this post is for you.

Table of Contents

  • 55 Easy Paracord Projects
    • Project #1: Paracord Snow Shoes
    • Project #2: Paracord Rifle Sling
    • Project #3: Paracord Grenade
    • Project #4: Dog Harness
    • Project #5: Swiss Army Knife Case
    • Project #6: Paracord Rock Sling
    • Project #7: Paracord Army Man
    • Project #8: Paracord Self Defense Key Fob
    • Project #9: Paracord Snare Trap
    • Project #10: Paracord Dog Collar
    • Project #11: Paracord Laced Pallet Hanging Chair
    • Project #12: Paracord Bundle Compression Strap and Handle
    • Project #13: Multi-color Paracord Can Koozie
    • Project #14: Paracord Drawstring Pouch
    • Project #15: Paracord Ring
    • Project #16: Paracord Cobra Knot Ring
    • Project #17: Paracord Watchband
    • Project #18: Paracord Eyeglass Lanyard
    • Project #19: DIY Parachute Cord Belt
    • Project #20: Paracord Giant Monkey Fist
    • Project #21: Paracord Multi-Tool Pouch
    • Project #22: Bottle Net
    • Project #23: Paracord Koozie
    • #24 DIY Paracord Hammock
    • Project #25: Paracord Hammock in a Nalgene
    • Project #26: Paracord Water Jug Harness
    • Project #27: Paracord Belt
    • Project #28: Paracord Watchband
    • Project #29: Paracord Hanging Chair
    • Project #30: Paracord Bullwhip
    • Project #31: Paracord Bracelet With a Side Release Buckle
    • Project #32: Paracord Knife Handle Wrap
    • Project #33: Paracord Bow Sling
    • Project #34: Paracord Camp Chair
    • Project #35: Quick Deploy Paracord Bracelet
    • Project #36: Paracord Fids
    • Project #37: Paracord Tent Rigging
    • Project #38: Paracord Lanyard
    • Project #39: Paracord Wallet
    • Project #40: Paracord Dog Toys
    • Project #41: Paracord iPhone Cable
    • Project #42: Paracord keychain with Secret Compartment
    • Project #43: Project #1: Paracord iPhone Case
    • Project #44: Paracord Backpack Strap Wrap
    • Project #45: Lighter Wrap
    • Project #46: Paracord Double Monkey Fist Bookmark
    • Project #47: Paracord Survival Donut
    • Project #48: Paracord Harpoon
    • Project #49: Paracord Bandolier
    • Project #50: Paracord Fender Keychain
    • Project #51: Paracord Laptop Harness
    • Project #52: Paracord Weaved Paracord
    • Project #53: Compression Sack
    • Project #54: Coin Pouch
    • Project #55: Paracord Ammo Bracelet
  • Recommended Reading
  • Conclusion

55 Easy Paracord Projects

This is an extensive list of paracord projects that you can make in an afternoon. All of the projects don’t take very long to complete and don’t cost much to do.

Paracord is one of the most useful survival tools to have with you at all times. Learning how to make other tools and how to use the rope better will make you more self-sufficient by multiples.

Improving our DIY skills are always a good thing in case SHTF and we need to live off the grid. Also in just everyday life.

Becoming more self-reliant allows us to save money and resources by taking on it yourself projects.

There are a couple of paracord bracelet projects in this list as well as advanced paracord projects.

You’ll be able to get a few paracord ideas from this list.

Let’s start with number one on the list.

Project #1: Paracord Snow Shoes

Project #2: Paracord Rifle Sling

Project #3: Paracord Grenade

Project #4: Dog Harness

Project #5: Swiss Army Knife Case

Project #6: Paracord Rock Sling

Project #7: Paracord Army Man

Have you ever seen those little green army men?

Project #8: Paracord Self Defense Key Fob

 

Project #9: Paracord Snare Trap

Project #10: Paracord Dog Collar

Project #11: Paracord Laced Pallet Hanging Chair

This tutorial shows you how to make a laced pallet hanging chair to relax in with paracord.

Project #12: Paracord Bundle Compression Strap and Handle

This compression guide tells you step-by-step how to make a DIY compression strap and handle.

Project #13: Multi-color Paracord Can Koozie

This one will give you the full instructions on how to make a multi-color DIY paracord can koozie.

Project #14: Paracord Drawstring Pouch

This is a guide for making a DIY paracord drawstring pouch.

Project #15: Paracord Ring

Make some bling by making your own paracord ring.

Project #16: Paracord Cobra Knot Ring

Or make this paracord cobra knot ring.

Project #17: Paracord Watchband

It’s time to make a paracord watchband.

RELATED: How to make a paracord bracelet.

Project #18: Paracord Eyeglass Lanyard

Project #19: DIY Parachute Cord Belt

Project #20: Paracord Giant Monkey Fist

The paracord giant monkey fist is one of the best survival tools for self-defense you could have. It’s common for concealed carriers to carry a paracord monkey fist with their EDC kit and EDC backpack.

Here’s how to make a paracord giant monkey fist.

Project #21: Paracord Multi-Tool Pouch

Here’s a video tutorial on how to make a paracord multi-tool pouch.

Project #22: Bottle Net

Here’s a video tutorial on how to make a paracord bottle net.

Project #23: Paracord Koozie

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This project is one of my favorite.

Check out the tutorial with instructions on how to make a paracord koozie, you can make one in about 20 minutes. Drinking a beer out of a paracord pouch you made yourself makes it taste that much better.

#24 DIY Paracord Hammock

Having a hammock when camping or backpacking is one of the essential items to have. You can make one with paracord.

Watch this video on how to do it.

Project #25: Paracord Hammock in a Nalgene

Do you like to sleep in hammocks?

Here’s another hammock you can make with paracord. See the full instructions here.

Project #26: Paracord Water Jug Harness

Need an easy way to protect your water jug? You probably have one of the best survival canteens. Make a harness out of paracord to protect it so it remains the best for years to come.

Project #27: Paracord Belt

Here’s how to make a survival belt out of paracord.

Project #28: Paracord Watchband

This is another guide from Instructables on how to make a DIY paracord watchband for a paracord watch.

Project #29: Paracord Hanging Chair

Project #30: Paracord Bullwhip

Project #31: Paracord Bracelet With a Side Release Buckle

There are many different survival bracelets you can make. This one has a side release buckle.

Project #32: Paracord Knife Handle Wrap

Project #33: Paracord Bow Sling

The bow sling has many uses for survival.

Make a DIY bow sling with paracord, see the instructions below.

Project #34: Paracord Camp Chair

Need a camping chair? Make your own DIY paracord chair, watch below.

Project #35: Quick Deploy Paracord Bracelet

Project #36: Paracord Fids

Project #37: Paracord Tent Rigging

You can use paracord for tent rigging as well.

Project #38: Paracord Lanyard

Want to know how to braid paracord lanyard

Project #39: Paracord Wallet

One of the most overlooked items in EDC gear is the wallet. Your wallet can make a big difference in your day to day activities. Make an ultra slim tactical paracord wallet with paracord.

 

Project #40: Paracord Dog Toys

You have the best survival dog, make a dog toy out of paracord and see if he can rip it apart. Put the 550-rope to the test.

Project #41: Paracord iPhone Cable

Project #42: Paracord keychain with Secret Compartment

Project #43: Project #1: Paracord iPhone Case

Project #44: Paracord Backpack Strap Wrap

Project #45: Lighter Wrap

Project #46: Paracord Double Monkey Fist Bookmark

Project #47: Paracord Survival Donut

Project #48: Paracord Harpoon

Project #49: Paracord Bandolier

Or a nerf version.

Project #50: Paracord Fender Keychain

Project #51: Paracord Laptop Harness

Project #52: Paracord Weaved Paracord

Check out this tutorial from Indestructibles on Paracord weaves.

Project #53: Compression Sack

Project #54: Coin Pouch

Project #55: Paracord Ammo Bracelet

This is one of the more badass paracord projects that you can make.

Recommended Reading

If you’re interested in a book with more paracord projects, check out the best paracord books section in The Survival Library.

Conclusion

Paracord is an essential item to have in your survival kits and bug-out bags.

Have you ever made any of these paracord projects? Let us know which ones below in the comments.

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