History: What is paracord? Paracord is a lightweight rope made of nylon kernmantle material that originated during World War II. Paracord was initially used by paratroopers to support the troops when they deployed their parachute. Many troops found the rope to be quite useful in the field from securing equipment, making boot laces, using the internal strands to act as sewing thread, and much more. Paracord has risen in popularity due to its endless possibilities for what it can be used for. Features: Commercial grade Tensile Strength of 550 pounds (minimum breaking point) Composed of 7 two-ply yards with the sheath composed of 32 woven strands Crafting: Using paracord for crafts can be fun and easy with so many different weave styles to choose from. You can make paracord bracelets with a fishtail, dragon’s tongue, extreme weave, tri-color, a cause bracelet, and many other weaves. For most weaves, all that is needed is a measuring tool, lighter, scissors, and a buckle. You can get creative by adding charms, dangles, beads, and other crafting items to give your project a unique look. The weave styles are not just limited to bracelets as you can use different style weaves on pet collars, necklaces, lanyards, and much more. Select from over 250 colors to find that color that suits your next crafting project.