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So I have all this hemp cord...

Postby Asch » 04 Jul 2011, 06:08

And I'd like to make something with but I'm fresh out of ideas. I did use several lengths braided into a stronger cord to hang some windchimes in my bedroom window but am now out of ideas. Any thoughts? :)
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Re: So I have all this hemp cord...

Postby Oakapple » 04 Jul 2011, 07:55

How about bracelets, belts, plant hangers - there are loads of macrame patterns on the web with instructions on how to do the basic knots if you dont already know them.
Or crochet or knitted bags?
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Re: So I have all this hemp cord...

Postby katie bridgewater » 05 Jul 2011, 00:23

I use hemp string for loads of things - whipping on rattles and beaters, jewelry making, tying hazel poles together for my stall. You could use it for making braid, there are lots of ways of making braid (lucette, a plaiting circle with notches and a hole in the centre just for starters).

It's the strongest string we have found for bullroarers, more useful than any other string I have, it's rot resistant and I can't think of a day I don't need it for something!
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Re: So I have all this hemp cord...

Postby Beccalyn » 26 Nov 2011, 21:30

Macrame is an excellent idea if you have extra hemp on hand; I'm always running out! :roll:
You can make some beautiful jewellry with metals and mineral beads, but you can also find patterns for wallhangings and such if you like. Happy knotting!
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Re: So I have all this hemp cord...

Postby Corwen » 27 Nov 2011, 01:04

Make hemp rope? :)
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