Making BDSM Toys: A Josephine

This past weekend I tried making a Josephine.  It turned out pretty well.  I started with three strands of 3/8" polypropylene rope which I used to make the knot.  Then I used hemp twine to weave and stabilize the strands before drawing them together to form the handle.  I used the hemp to weave the six strands together (three row of two strands).  I wrapped a little electrical tape around the bottom then wrapped the strands with two layers of mason's twine to further stiffen and stabilize it.  This was an experiment.  Next time I'm going to use 3/8" nylon rope for the knot and will take detailed pictures to show the steps involved.

I gave this prototype to Pet as part of his birthday gift.  He seemed very pleased with it.  Hopefully, I'll be able to share with you how it holds up to use.  ;-)