Do you want to knot a dog leash of paracord yourself for your small dog? Here you find the instructions for the 'Sakura Dog Leash | Mini DIY Kit'. Braid a dog leash of about 150 cm with four cords, in a spiral or oblong pattern.
The Sakura Dog Leash | Mini DIY Kit is a knot variation on the 'Four Strand Braid'. If you want to make these braids without this DIY kit, make sure you have 2 x 6 meter paracord type III and a carabiner at hand.
Tools
These tools are handy to use:
- Type III paracord needle (or a crochet hook)
- Blowtorch
- Scissors
Two patterns
With this braid you can braid two patterns. In this video we show you how you should start.

Knot the 'Four Strand Braid' for smaller dogs
Use the video below to follow instructions.
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