April 28, 2012

grey + color collection 1974





Four new grey + color plain weave turks head knot rope bracelets. Design is a 17x5x3 made with 3 mm hand dyed cotton cord size large



grey + denim
grey + tangerine
grey + teal
grey + violet




                      available here



design and photographs © copyright 2012 WhatKnotShop

April 21, 2012

I Will Knot!...collection on Etsy

I will KNOT !  collection by miss jonie has a bunch of cool crafty knotted items just like what's in store at MissJonieOOAKs shop (you can gets stuff shipped for free!)

Hard to choose but I like this Kumihimo Knot Necklace and Bracelet Set made by Kimberley S part of her Unique, Artisan Designed, One-Of-A-Kind collection offered in her shop NaturalDesignStudio.

I was taken with these miniature turks head knots Turks Knot Necklace in Night made by Trisha Brink and sold through her shop WesleyAsher filled with Handmade Vintage & Wild Curiosities.

The featured item in this knotty pantheon is white & denim blue turks head knot sailor rope bracelet medium 1882 part of the blended colors collection you can find in WhatKnotShop on Etsy. See more of these handmade bracelets and if you need a custom size made just convo your request referencing the listing. There are many possible color combinations and three sizes available all at the same price point.

April 14, 2012

white grommet rope bracelet 1920






Oversize rope grommet bangle made with bleached cotton clothesline and waxed cotton thread.





Size medium" 8" (203 mm) inside circumference





                         available here


design and photographs © copyright 2012 WhatKnotShop

April 11, 2012

Ive got the denim blues today collection

For Bob Dylan it was the Stuck inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again for Pat Longmuir I've got the denim blues today... collection and she found lots of company. Her shop PatsParaphernalia is filled with Handmade polymer clay and needlefelted items & ACEOs - ok: Art Cards, Editions and Originals Yeah I had to look it up

I like this Denim basket recycled blue jeans fabric rustic made by Birgitte Hendricks and offered in her shop SewDanish that you might guess has Danish, Handmade Fiber Textile Art, Design and Supplies and where she has, yes, AECO's too!

Then there is this Denim Faded Blue-Clear Crystal Rose-Swarovski Crystal-Bracelet-Anklet made by Carol and offered in her huge shop treasure4ever. This is a design that is based on traditional macrame square knotting techniques.

The featured item in this blue collection is white & denim blue turks head knot sailor rope bracelet medium 1882 which is part of the blended colors collection in WhatKnotShop on Etsy. There are many more color combinations in the shop and you can specify a custom size just by sending a convo and referencing the listing. 

April 10, 2012

colorful grommets




A colorful collection of grommets made from 100% cotton hand dyed cable cord.




These are finished off with waxed cotton whipping twine using a concealed loop to hide the cut ends.



Colors in this collection: green, navy, tangerine, red, pink, and white. Find more like these at  WhatKnotShop on Etsy.

design and photographs © copyright 2012 WhatKnotShop

April 9, 2012

Geometry in Fashion collection on Etsy

Geometry in Fashion by Yana captures the fun of mathematics and the whimsey of colorful design. More color and whimsey in her shop WineCountryLife filled with handmade cards, jewelry, and other gifts created in her home studio in Napa Valley of California.

What geek lover can resist this Geometry Tshirt Math Geek Tee WOMENS Shirt one of a larger collection of Science Tshirts Map T shirts Unique Shirt Designs Tees available in Josh Saathoff's shop nonfictiontees. Guys there are plenty of cool tees in here for you as well.

Fans of the movie Men In Black will appreciate this Five Spiral Galaxies Polymer clay Necklace made by  Albina Manning and sold in her shop AroundBeads. Remember the cat with the universe in the vial on the collar? Check out the Tutorials/Ebooks section for illustrated guides on how to make a wide variety of beaded items.

The featured item in this geometrical collection is the white cotton wedge bangle GEOmetry series med 1640 one a series of geometrical constructions made from cotton cord and waxed nylon thread. See the other items in this collection including this Blue rope geometry bangle and this clothesline cuff rep bracelet 1734

April 8, 2012

black string cuff bracelet 1474



Big soft free form cuff bracelet that slips on easily and comfortably. Unique overlapping loops are secured with the cord ends forming a distinctive braided pattern.



Made from factory black polyester cord. durable, soft, and sturdy. Size is extra large.




                   Available here


esign and photographs © copyright 2012 WhatKnotShop

April 7, 2012

Tied in Knots collection on Etsy

Michelle Brumley presented a challenge for me trying to pick out a few worthy items from her Etsy collection Tied in Knots. Her shop lunarising has practical and whimsical decorations for your home, body, and spirit.

Barefoot, sandals, or heels these In Bloom Ankle Corsets - Tatted Lace Accessories look great anytime. See more elegant tatting from Pamela Quevedo in her shop TotusMel.

More knots to wear this Interlocking Discs Knotted Cords & Brass Rings Belt 70's 80's by Nickie Noel is a retro statement. See more current fashion trends interpreted through vintage clothing in her shop nickiefrye.

This elegant Blue and white chinese knotted cord necklace by 22degreesnorth is a bit of the east made in a cool color. See more happy items from Hong Kong in their shop of the same name 22degreesnorth.

The featured item in this knotted collection is this 3 button beaded primitive statement cuff 1633 made with a variety of cords beads, and buttons. This is a unique piece which reflects the modern interpretation of traditional design using all new materials. Find more of these modern primitive designs in the design section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy. An even larger collection can be found in the design section of WhatKnotShop on Zibbet. You can request a custom design as well by messaging me from either site.