Can you tie a noose? Once the main rope is tightened, the noose will be tight. This is how to tie the fishhook. Specifically, retract the thread end toward the main rope end and then return it three-quarters of the way in the opposite direction (like a paper clip). Wrap the reserved thread around the return line, pass the terminal through the top of the return line, and retract it. Just tighten the main rope.