A noose can be used as a scary yard decoration during Halloween or to improve your fishing or boating experience. If you're using the noose for decoration, know the law before proceeding—some states consider displaying a noose to be threatening and have made it illegal. Do not tie a noose around your neck in any circumstances, even if it's a joke. If you want to know how to make a noose, follow these steps.

If you're considering tying a noose because you're having suicidal thoughts and need immediate help coping, please call emergency services such as 911 or 999 or a suicide hotline: