Rope / Ring Puzzle

This is a really easy project to make. The goal is to separate the ring from the puzzle. Refer to the solution video if you can't figure it out.

Tools:

• Table or Miter Saw
• Drill or Drill Press
• Drill Bits (1/8" & 3/8")
• Sander
• Scissors
• Lighter

Materials:

• Wood (3" x 3" x 1/2" thick)
• Ring, 1.5" diameter (wood, metal or plastic)
• Paracord (~30" Long)
• Wood Beads (1" Diameter)
• Glue

You will build to this drawing.

Cut wood to a 3" square.

Mark the hole locations per the drawing. Drill 3/8" diameter holes. Round the edges with sandpaper.

These 1" diameter beads were purchased from a craft store. Drill 1/8" diameter hole through each bead. Counterbore a 3/8" diameter hole about 3/4 of the way through each bead. This counterbore will capture the knot in the string.

Route the paracord as shown. Place the wood beads at the ends of the paracord and tie knots to capture the end of the paracord. Trim the ends of the paracord and use a lighter to sear the ends. For each end, pull the paracord knot into the wooden bead. Cover the wood bead ends with glue to clean it up.

Watch the second half of the video for installation.

Thanks for viewing!