How to Make a Rope-to-Chain Splice Tim Barker. 1. Whip It Good To whip the line, wrap a half-inch-wide piece of masking or electrical tape tightly around the rope about 16 to 20 “picks” (the width of ...

What you need: ¾" 3-strand twisted nylon rope; Swing seat (you can make or purchase one) Tree limb at least 6" in diameter; How to do it: Find your spot on the limb, at least three feet from the ...