I've found learning how to rope braid to be a little different from the traditional three-strand braid and its variants (like the fishtail braid and the four-strand braid). Instead of looking at it ...

There are dozens of different types of rope, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. So, choosing the right type of rope for your application can make or break its performance. A rope has been a ...

This article originally appeared in the December 2015 issue of SELF. For more from the issue, subscribe to SELF and download the digital edition. Sleek, chic, cool—this rope braid is a triple threat.