4 button fiber cuff bracelet 1191

This is a project that started then got put aside for awhile then finally was finished. The concept is to create an organic "bark" that wraps around the wrist much the way a tree protects the fragile xylem layers with a resilient coating. The materials are hand dyed cotton cord, four plastic buttons obtained at a thrift store, six irregular glass beads, and four ply nylon thread.

The buttons and loops are offset so the seams are highly irregular.There is an opening near the center formed by the pulling away of the cord bundles during the assembly process. Another "hole" is filled with the glass beads.

Open the bracelet by releasing the buttons from the loops.

Built on a 7 1/2" mold this piece is a "small" size inside but varies from 2 5/8" to 3 1/4" wide.

The colors are a mix of greens, greys, blues, with purple, black and magenta red.  The texture is firm but friendly. Most of the cords are hand dyed cotton.

Six irregular glass beads cluster like eggs in a nest.

This item is available here in the design section of my Etsy shop.








design and images © copyright 2011 by WhatKnotShop

three button fiber cuff bracelet medium 1062

 Three grey plastic buttons and loops set in a diagonal pattern form a secure toggle closure for this up cycled rope bracelet. The photo to the left shows the closed position with the loops and buttons. Size is a "medium" measuring 7 1/2"(191 mm) inside circumference.

Colors are grey, blues, and black with purple, tan and yellow cord accents worked into the weave. The cords are bound together with four ply nylon thread which creates a compression that squeezes the soft cotton and synthetic cords into a stiff curved shape. Bracelet is flexible to open and close. Texture is comfortable and will improve with long term wear.

This photo shows the buttons disengaged from the loops. Each button is securely stitched to the cord with nylon thread.

If you like this design you may be interested in this one as well  click here or perhaps this one  click here

This limited edition item is available  click here

design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

tangled string toggle bracelet 977

Black poly cord structure secured with a pair of glass beads and loops combined with mixed fibers and leather to make a casual subtly colored accessory.


Size closed is 7 1/2" (193 mm) a good fit for most people


Find similar designs like this one   click here   and this one   click here   in different colors.  Another variation can be found    click here

This piece is part of the design )strata( collection available at these three online venues:

ArtFire      click here  
Etsy          click here
Zibbet      click here 

Check your slip-on size   check my size   then shop with confidence.

design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

soft cotton bangle bracelet w beads 940

 This is a combination of tan, brown, black, yellow and orange cords with two glass and one wood bead to create a lightweight flexible slip-on bracelet. The style is 100% frayed. The size is large measuring 8 5/8" (219 mm) inside circumference.
As with all the design )strata( series this piece is made with up cycled segments of hand dyed cotton cord. The beads are irregular and random. The construction is four ply nylon thread which binds the materials together under tension.
This bracelet  is available for purchase  click here

If you like this design you may also be interested in this one    click here  or this one made with grey cord and purple beads     click here    or a very similar design in green  click here


This is part of the design )strata( series of bracelets available at all three online venues:
Etsy          click here
Zibbet      click here 
design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

double toggle beaded cuff bracelet blue, grey, & pink 929

Hand dyed cotton cord in dark blue, grey with a pink accent in the center. Two large glass beads and loops form a secure toggle closure.




Size is "medium" measuring 7 1/2" (193 mm) inside circumference.


This piece is available for purchase. Follow this link to Etsy:  click here




This is one of the many design )strata( pieces.  No two of these cuffs are ever the same. The pieces are made from up cycled hand dyed cotton cords that are bound together with four ply nylon thread. Glass beads are worked into the seams adding some sparkle and mystery to the composition. The nylon thread is tensioned so that the cords compress into the distinctive fabric like texture. 


See more designs like this in these online venues:


Etsy
Zibbett




design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

tangled string bracelet in green and pink 930

A riot of pink, green, and other colors all tangled up with someplace to go. This is a special design for one of my awesome customers who liked the combination of lime green and fuchsia pink.




Little heart shaped bunny ears hold the purple plastic toggle beads in place.
A framework weave made of fuchsia cords sets the size at 7" inside circumference.

Double loops hold the toggle beads in place when closed.


This bracelet is very soft and flexible but is held together with four ply nylon thread so it is also durable.


Water will not harm this bracelet but might make it shrink somewhat.

See other tangled string bracelets like this one on Zibbet. 


You might like this design in different colors  click here






design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

pair of anemone cuff bracelets 925 & 926

The anemone cuff bracelet pair made from up-cycled pieces of hand dyed cord. The color range is from white to blue to green to purple to rust red. The texture is soft and flexible. The size is "large" 8 5/8" (219 mm) inside circumference to slip on over larger hands.

Four ply nylon thread holds it all together. The ends have been gently frayed.

Both bracelets were made from the same cords on a large mold and then cut in half to make an identical pattern for both.

This is part of the design )strata( collection available on ArtFire handmade marketplace     click here    






design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

double toggle beaded cuff bracelet 898

This is a completely over the top cuff that resembles a mass of tangled roots. This organic form is a mix of materials, hand dyed cords, bead clusters, floss accents and unique expandable double toggle closure. 

This item is available for purchase    click here

The bracelet can be worn in it's small size or you can flip the big beads out of the loops and expand it to wear it on your upper arm. Those of you with skinny feet can try wearing it as an anklet. 

Size closed is a "medium"
8" (203 mm) inside circumference
2 1/2" (63 mm) inside diameter
2" (52 mm) wide (varies)

Expanded this is an 'extra large" size:
10 1/2" (267 mm) inside circumference
3 1/4" (84 mm) inside diameter

Colors: blue, green, brown, black, purple
All glass beads in blues, greens, and reds


This is part of the design )strata( collection available on Zibbet      click here      to see the other items like this one in the collection.
design and photos copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop 

pink double toggle bracelet with beads 908

Pink and purple hand dyed cotton cords with grey and white accents worked in a double toggle design. multiple rows of glass beads are worked in between the cord plies.
Constructed with four ply nylon thread this bracelet is a unique piece of fiber art.


Pink plastic beads and loops provide a secure fit. Toggle beads are held in place with heart shaped tabs. This item is available for sale  click here

Size closed is 8" (203 mm) which will fit comfortably as a bracelet or an anklet for someone with smaller feet. About 1 3/8" (35 mm) wide (a bit wider at the beaded ends shown here) Water tolerant made with all cotton hand dyed fibers.


This is part of the design )strata( collection available  click here      to see the other items like this one in the collection.
design and photos copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

tangled string toggle bracelet 912

A relaxed free-form string bracelet made from mixed hand dyed cords. This piece is very soft and easy to wear anywhere.
This unique bracelet is made from sand tan, brown, and driftwood grey, with black and turquoise accents. There is a short bit of braided brown cord too.
A pair of red glass beads and loops secures this in place. Beads are held in place with heart tabs.



Size is 8" (203 mm) inside circumference

This item is available for sale      click here.

This is part of the design )strata( collection available  click here   to see the other items like this one in the collection.

You might like this custom design done for another buyer   click here 

design and photos copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

double toggle beaded cuff "tide pool" bracelet 891

This wide beaded cuff braceletis made with darker blue, green and grey cords and features a double toggle closure with a keeper loop.


This view shows the bracelet in it's smallest closed position with the large blue beads pulled through the loops. The keeper loop is visible in front.


When closed this measures about 8" (203 mm) inside circumference.

 There are beads worked into the loops that form the ends of the cuff. These are of various colors and sizes offering a "found" look to the piece.


Light purple and green-blue floss finish off this side.


This bracelet is available for sale  click here

This view shows the opened position with the keeper loop passing through the toggle loops. Periwinkle blue and bright green floss finish off the edges.




This is part of the design )strata( collection available on Zibbet      click here      to see the other items like this one in the collection.

design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

double toggle beaded cuff bracelet "sea snail" 887

Multiple strands of blue, green, teal, black, and sky cords are combined with irregular beads to form a unique organic style cuff bracelet. Inspired by the many forms and random juxtapositions of creatures and rock formations found along the shore this piece captures the curious spirit of marine life.

Two large glass beads and loops create the toggle closure. Closed size is approx. 8" (203 mm) inside circumference.


The multi colored glass beads worked into the structure of the fabric set off the basic color scheme with both texture and color.

This view looks like the approach of a fantastic sea snail with multiple eyes.


Made from 100% hand dyed cotton cord, glass beads, cotton floss, and nylon thread.
This item is available for sale   click here
Design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

Denim turks head rope bracelet 884

This is a design created as a donation to the Global Genes Project which is a research project to learn more about rare childhood diseases.

http://www.globalgenesproject.org/index.php

This design is part of the 7000 bracelets for hope campaign.

The bracelet is made from hand dyed cotton cord with a strip of denim fabric in the center. Size is adult "medium" (8" inside circumference) with plenty of flex and stretch. Fabric is secured with nylon thread stitching.

Find this design in the Zibbet shop and soon to be online at the 7000 Bracelets for hope.


Denim Bracelet


A portion of the proceeds for sales of this bracelet will be donated to the Global Genes project.


design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

adjustable anemone bracelet

This is the original anemone cuff bracelet design made from up-cycled bits of colored cord. The diameter is fixed as the nylon threads that bind the cords run in a circular pattern. The bracelet is made on a mold which sets the finished internal circumference.

This item is available on Etsy click here

Extra wide with the frayed ends fanned out just like the tentacles on the real anemones found in the ocean. A mix of colored cords was used in this prototype.

This is the new design which is adjustable to fit extra small wrists of about 6" or so on up to the larger 8" size.

The same design is used except the binding thread is not continuous but creates an opening to allow size adjustment.

A uniquely designed beaded toggle enables the continuous adjustment from small to extra large.

In this view the small dark bead center bottom is placed through a loop of the black cord. The bead slides on the loop of blue cord to adjust the fit.

The two other dark beads can rest inside their own loops when the bracelet is adjusted to the small size  or they simply ride on the closure loops.

Colors are a mixture of blue, turquoise, green, and grey. All cotton cords are hand dyed and stitched with 4 ply nylon thread. Beads are made of dark glass. Cotton floss is used to detail the stress points.

Here is the bracelet opened up showing the toggle beads and the loop fully extended.





design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

soft bangle bracelet grey and lavender cotton design )strata( 271

No beads or toggles, just a frayed fiber slip on style bracelet made from hand dyed cotton cord. These extra bits are up cycled scraps from other projects brought into a new piece of fiber art.


This item is available for sale here.


Similar items may be custom ordered to your specifications, click here.

Size is "large" measuring 8 5/8" (220 mm) inside circumference. Measure your size here.

Colors are predominantly grey and lavender with some green, blue and black.






design and photos copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

orbit beaded soft bangle bracelet grey design )strata( 631

Grey cotton soft bangle with black "planet" bead and a row of purple center czech glass beads assembled by hand  and bound with 4 ply nylon thread. The cotton material is worked around a circular mold to create a firm but flexible shape.

A row of glass lavender "atmosphere" beads are integrated  by passing the nylon binding thread through the center of the beads as the bracelet is assembled.

The beads separate the cotton cord and catch the light. Size is 8" (200 mm) inside circumference. Check your slip-on size    click here     then buy with confidence

This piece is available for purchase find it on Zibbet    click here:

If you like this design you may also be interested in this one     click here 

This is part of the design )strata( series of bracelets available at all three online venues:
ArtFire      click here  
Etsy          click here
Zibbet      click here 


Note: each site contains unique stock, no items are duplicated across these three sites.

design and photographs copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

frayed work in progress part II 551

Another run at putting fiber together in a bundle. This time the cords run "up and down" with the nylon thread going "round and round" (that's technical language)

On the mold there were loops where the colored cord reversed direction. These have been cut to enable the natural softness of the cord to express through the fray. Some core color plus the dyed sheath color come through.

The ends are loosened up and bushed out to thicken and soften the edges. Looks like more fray is a good thing.

Technical challenges include consistent threading of the nylon thread through all the cords, shrinkage of the cords as they are compressed creating gaps in the surface, and routing of the nylon thread.

The nylon thread makes for zero stretch or pretty close to it. This one is made on a 7 5/8" mold so it's a "medium" size for someone with skinny hands.

Like all the other design )strata( series this is made from up cycled materials. Also, it's green. no really look closely!




design and photos copyright 2010 WhatKnotShop

cotton fiber bracelet w toggle & beads design )strata( 311

Toggle closure design )strata( series cotton fiber bracelet with beads sticking out everywhere. This is not smooth. It has attitude.

There is a long loose end with a glass bead for a toggle stop. It looks like a tail.

It measures 7 1/2" inside circumference so it would be a comfortable anklet for someone with skinny feet or a bracelet for someone with large size wrist.

Pulling this one together with nylon thread got the beds and cotton cords to do the chummy wrap around liquidy thing so that it look like it was grown instead of assembled.

Many more unique designs are available in the three online shops:
Check your slip-on size click here then select your favorite

Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/WhatKnotShop
ArtFire: http://www.artfire.com/users/WhatKnotShop
Zibbet: http://www.zibbet.com/WhatKnotShop

If you don't find something you like request a custom design.


Design and photos copyright 2009 WhatKnotShop