I have found an easy way to depict rope on 1/72 scale AFVs (armored fighting vehicle) and models of similar scale. I use the string attached to teabags.
I use water-diluted PVA glue to set shapes and then paint it with whatever color I feel looks like rope. Dry-brushing or a wash are optional. That’s it.
All teabag strings are different, so find the strings that you feel most resemble rope and you’re set.
Tip submitted by:
Martin Debattista
Birkirkara, Malta