Most people have a vague idea that sado-masochism (or as it is sometimes written, sadomasochism or sado/masochism) is named for two people; one of them into inflicting pain (sadism) and one of them into having pain inflicted (masochism). These two men are The Marquis de Sade, born in 1740 and author of many erotic writings […]

The one rope prison actually isn’t a Japanese bondage, but a favorite of 1950′s English bondage icon John Willie. Still, we are explaining it here, because it is again an excellent way to learn about the looping and splitting techniques and, for the inexperienced recipient, to get a feel for what being restrained is about. […]

Having just one limb restrained often is much more dramatic than an entire bondage. Here is one technique to tie limbs to something else, such as a pole, stake or beam. We are showing it for one hand, but there is no reason why you shouldn’t try the other hand as well. Step 1 You […]

This is very simple, and very effective, one rope bondage, designed to introduce you to the techniques of looping and splitting. You need: one willing partner and one ten meter/yard rope (or the equivalent from your personal rope set). Here is your step by step guide. Step 1 Double up your rope. Have your partner […]

1. What is a sexually transmitted disease or STD? Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) is the politically correct term for what used to be called “venereal disease (VD)”. These are diseases that are transmitted through or as the result of sexual activity (not just sexual intercourse). There are no kink specific sexually transmitted diseases but like […]

1 . Why are BDSM attributes often so expensive? There are several reasons why BDSM attributes are expensive. The majority are being sold through the sex-industry where it is normal policy to double or quadruple prices. The market for BDSM attributes is small and many items are being produced in small quantities and often (largely […]

Two knots are paramount when it comes to bondage, since these are the two safest, easiest knots that you will use many, many times. No other knot is as safe as these two are. They can be untied under strain, when wet, you can tie ropes of different thickness to one another, you name it. […]

Knots are not only there to tie people up. They also play an important role when it comes to safety. Here are a few knots that will allow you to play safe. Stoppers One of the worst things that can happen is rope slipping through a tackle or winch. You can safe yourself a lot […]