What type of rope should I use? When you are just starting off, just go with cheap 1/4″ (6mm) Solid Core Cotton Sash Cord. It is a natural fiber, so it has decent “tooth” (enough friction so that knots will hold well without special consideration).
Can you use yarn for shibari?
If you want the visual of shibari (artistic rope tying), you can use any rope or string or yarn available as long as you tie it loosely and use it for "decoration" rather than bondage. Don't tie it tightly - rope that's too thin or rough can really hurt someone when used for bondage.Dec 13, 2016
What is the softest rope?
Jute is smoother and lighter than hemp, and compresses more easily. Linen (flax) is the softest of this group.
Are hemp ropes comfortable?
While all the hemp rope from Ropes Direct is soft and comfortable to handle and use, the synthetic hemp rope is particularly kind to your skin.