Advice

Working out the kinks for better rope bondage

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18 min read

Let’s Talk… Harness Learning In Shibari

From motivation to practice to play, level up your harness game as two rope educators dive deep into a conversation about harness learning in ropes…

Fuoco
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8 min read

The Write Stuff: How Journaling Benefits Rope Bottoming

Tie, write, reflect, repeat: here’s how keeping a journal can help rope bottoms cultivate self-knowledge in and out of ropes.

Fuoco
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12 min read

How To Treat Jute Rope For Shibari

You’ve invested in your rope kit, now how do you care for it? Here’s how Shibari Study community manager Mo Bights cares for and conditions natural fibre rope…

Mo Bights
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8 min read

Shibari Study Rope Guide Part 3: Twisted Rope Or Braided Rope?

Join us as we take a deeper dive into rope and the pros and cons of different types of rope construction for bondage.

Mo Bights
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5 min read

5 Mesmerizing Shibari Sessions To Inspire Your Rope Practice

These five free Shibari Study tying performances offer dynamic and fascinating fly-on-the-wall insights into real rope scenes.

Shibari Study Team
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6 min read

Shibari Study Rope Guide Part 1: The Basics

Picking the right ropes for your bondage practice starts here. Check out our short-and-sweet intro to some shibari rope fundamentals.

Mo Bights
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7 min read

How To Start Your Rope Bondage Journey

Ready or knot? If you’re looking to learn shibari and don't know where (or how) to begin, read on…

Freya
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3 min read

5 Online Classes Perfect For Rope Bondage Beginners

Learning shibari for the first time? Knowing where to start can be tricky, so read on for some fundamental stepping stones…

Shibari Study Team
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6 min read

Shibari Study Rope Guide Part 2: What Is Rope?

When does a rope become a rope and not a string? Understanding how ropes work can help you make better choices when it comes to picking ropes for shibari.

Mo Bights