Introduction:
Are you ready to elevate your kink, suspension and shibari adventures to new heavenly heights? To build and use these slings, you will need a few items. Manufactured slings can be purchased, or you can make your own. For this guide, we will describe how to make your own, just be sure to price match as ready-to-use slings may be the same found on sale for the same price as buying the sling from a roll. Now prepare for a tantalizing journey as we explore the enticing art of using webbing slings for suspension from your BDSMDIY.com Bed Playground System! In no time, it will have you tying knots, finding your grip, and swinging with pleasure!
What you’ll need:
- A sharp pair of scissors or a sharp blade
- 1″ soft webbing (there are stiff varieties, we recommend finding one that is soft to the touch)
- A lighter or small flame to melt the cut ends of webbing
- A pair of leather gloves
Step 1: Creating the Perfect Loop
To begin our seductive suspension saga, let’s learn how to craft a loop using our sensuous 1″ soft webbing. Start by measuring the distance from the upper structural member you plan to use as an anchor to the height you want to connect to for suspension. Once you have found the perfect length, cut the webbing with approx. 5 extra inches on each end. Using the flame and leather gloves, slightly melt the cut end of the webbing to keep it from fraying. Immediately after removing the webbing from the flame, it’s nice to use the leather glove to insulate and protect your fingers as you pinch and pull on the hot webbing end. This makes a nice, flat sealed end that won’t fray during your sexy adventures. Now, bring the ends together to create a sensual tension that promises years of enchantment.
Step 2: Tying the Overhand Knot
Now, let us tie the alluring overhand knot, much like the knots cherished by rock climbers. Gently intertwine the ends while your imagination conjures delightful encounters. To tie a double-overhand knot, start by tying a simple overhand knot on one end of the webbing. Then, take the other end, feed it backwards through the first knot you tied until they are matching, forming a loop. Leave approx. 1” of extra webbing for each of the two melted ends to ensure it doesn’t come undone when weighted. Now, pull each end tightly, tightening the knot like a lover’s embrace. Remember, secure knots create passionate adventures!
Step 3: Looping the Sling over a structural member
With your sensuous loop now in hand, it’s time to find the perfect spot to connect your desires! Mischievously wrap the loop over the chosen structural member, relishing the feel of the webbing sliding over the metal. Tuck one end of the sling inside the other, pulling that end taut against the metal bar.
Step 4: Weighting the Sling
When you apply weight to the bottom of the sling, the loop will embrace the metal bar tightly, promising an irresistible grip that will leave you weak in the knees. This tightened webbing sling grips the metal bar with fervor, never allowing sliding or slippage to disrupt your pleasure.
Step 5: Unweighting the Sling for Relocation
Need to relocate your sling? Fully release the weight from the sling, and the loop at the top will relax. The sling gracefully glides along the structural member to your desired location, beckoning you to explore new realms of sensual possibility.
Conclusion:
Congratulations, delightful adventurers! You have skillfully navigated the art of using webbing slings for suspension from your BDSMDIY.com Bed Playground System! Embrace the allure of crafted loops, sensuous knots, and the delightful grip of webbing, and unlock new levels of seductive positions as you explore the endless possibilities.
Remember, in this tempting realm of passion and rope play, communication, consent, and safety are the true foundations of pleasure. Practice and explore with your partner(s) to ensure mutual delight. Above all, laugh, play, and delight in the joys that await you as you weave your sensuous fantasies into reality. Happy swinging!
Disclaimer:
This guide is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please follow the manufacturer’s instructions and take necessary safety precautions when working with extruded aluminum and fasteners.