How to Hook a Kite to the Strings of a Beginner Kite

Count how many strings the kite needs to fly. You need to tie one string in each spot the supports intersect. For example, a simple, small kite can use one string, with larger kites need multiple strings. Geometric or three-dimensional shaped kites, like cubes, need multiple strings.

Measure the distance between the center of the kite and the points you wish to add strings. Corners work well. Add 6 inches to that number. Cut a string for each point. You only need to do this step for more complicated kites.

Tie one end of each kite string to a point on the kite with a basic double knot. Tie the end of the main kite string (the one on the spool) to the center of the kite with a basic double knot. The double knot holds the string tightly on the kite. For example, if it were a triangle kite, the center would be where the vertical and horizontal bars intersect.

Tie the strings attached to the points on the kite to the main string using square knots. To tie a square knot, lay the main kite string (one attached to the spool) straight. Cross the string you wish to tie to the main one over the first string. Tuck the end of the the second string under the first and pull (like the first step tying shoes). Repeat once. Pull on the ends of the strings to close the knot. Repeat tying on the other strings to the main one by using square knots.