🪢 How to Tie a Knot on a Pole This video shows you how to tie a strong and simple knot around a pole or pillar, known as a Clove Hitch or Cross Knot. Step 1: Make the First Loop ▪️Take the rope and make a loop in the air with the working end over the standing end. Step 2: Make the Second Loop ▪️ Make a second loop identical to the first, with the working end over the standing end. Make sure both loops are oriented the same way. Step 3: Stack and Slide ▪️Take the second loop and stack it on top