mixed color herringbone rope bracelets 3820

 Developing a color group starts with the individual color selections that are matched to corresponding dyed cord samples. The grey and blue series is the affinity group that blends together. The lime and orange are the contrast group that sets off the affinity colors.

Individual single herringbone samples show the approximate color range for each dye batch applied to an ecru 3 mm cotton cord.

The first mixed color sample in the affinity group is ecru, navy, royal, and teal. The ecru cord is used as a base cord to create the structure of the bracelet and the colors are interwoven. 3820

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and another mixed color herringbone

The second mixed color sample in the affinity group is navy, grey, and teal. It comes off as less colorful because the grey and ecru colors are dominant. 3821

The third sample in the affinity group has no ecru cord just grey, navy, royal and teal. This has a more dense substantial character with the dominant blue colors. 3822



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pink paracord rope bracelet herringbone weave 3654

A special request for a matched pair of bracelets in this color means there is more material available for creative work…

This is a traditional herringbone weave with 29 parts and a double pass of cord which makes a nice medium size rope bracelet.

The cord is a factory-made color so it's a nice bright even texture.

No clips or buckles, this is a continuous running knot made with a single piece of line.

about 7" (178 mm) with a bit of natural stretch

...a perfect summer beach accessory or gift for that special person

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Dysautonomia Advocacy Foundation limited edition rope bracelets

October is Dysautonomia awareness month and these three special limited edition rope bracelet designs are available now. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of these bracelets goes to support the Dysautonomia Advocacy Foundation.

Follow the DAF on Facebook and see photos of these awareness bracelets.

This one-button design is available in three sizes.   It is secured with a custom made button and loop.

This is the slip-knot design which expands to fit over your hand then can be adjusted to your smaller wrist size. The money-fist and loop toggle holds the loose ends together.

Available in two sizes.

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This is the herringbone design that is a continuous braided five part turks head knot that has some natural stretch to enable you to squeeze it on over your hand. Available in three sizes for kids and grownups.

All are made with a faded teal hand-dyed cotton cord.

Please note that due to high demand these may be temporarily out-of-stock from time to time.

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black paracord rope bracelet 3384

 Black paracord is a classic choice for making rugged rope bracelets like this herringbone weave design. The material is a 325 paracord which is thinner than the 550 material. This continuous weave has no hardware or clips.

 The design is a 29x5x2 herringbone weave drawn up to a firm shape. Size is a "small" measuring about 6 7/8" (274 mm) but the herringbone weave allows for a lot of natural stretch. This enables the bracelet to stretch out to fit over the bigger part of you hand then return to it's relaxed shape to fit more snugly on the wrist.

Paacord tends to shrink when it gets wet as the inner fibers absorb moisture and re-position. Nylon dries quickly and can be re-stretched to it;s original dimension.

check out the entire collection of paracord rope bracelets here.



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Wide white herringbone turks head bracelet 480

White nylon material comes in a variety of sizes and finishes. This material is a soft core with a braided outer shell. It's a bit more than 1/8" in diameter but rather soft to the touch which makes for a nice smooth texture.

Here's a 41 bight double weave herringbone design that has not been doubled. The cord is substantial enough to hold a flexible but firm shape. Size is "huge" at 9 1/4" (230 mm) inside circumference and 2 1/4" (58 mm) wide.

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double weave herringbone rope bracelet designs

Had these made earlier but am just now getting around to posting them. These designs are "narrow" turks head knots made in 3 mm hand dyed cotton cord in an "over-two/under two" sequence.

This is a medium gray

This one is a very light gray.

And of course blue.

Red is always a nice eye-catching color. One of my favorites.

The herringbone weave is thicker but stretches a bit more so will fit a wider range of sizes. This series is a "medium" measuring 7 1/2" inside circumference.

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Part 7: Finished 5 part by 29 bight by 2 strand Herringbone weave bracelet

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7.1 The finished bracelet worked up to an even tension.

7.2 The loose ends have been left in place.

7.3 Edge view shows the paired strands and the over two-under two pattern.

7.4 Ready to be stitched and trimmed.

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Part 6: Working up the complete knot

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6.1 The knot has been removed from the tube and most of the big loops have been worked out. This process is the same as illustrated below. Keep the cords parallel and even as you work.

6.2 As you work up the knot keep an even tension on the cord.

6.3 Here the slack loop is on the right set up to pull through to the left side. A starter loop has been made with the fid.

6.4 The slack loop has been pulled most of the way through the knot to the left.

6.5 The loop is pulled through to the left and a starter loop has been made on the right.

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6.6 The slack loop has been pulled most of the way through the knot to the left.

6.7 Work the loop from side-to-side around the knot. Each time take a small amount of extra slack out to the weave. The pull through loop will gradually enlarge as you work it around.

6.8 Since this is a 5 part knot there will be 5 trips around the circumference for to reach the end.
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Part 5: Working to the ends of the cord

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5.1 Follow the original lead around the tube until you run out of slack.

5.2 When that happens, reverse the tube placing the slack loops on your right. Begin from the point you stopped and remove the slack by pulling the loops through one at a time until you reach the end.

5.3 Continue following the original single lead keeping parallel and on the same side of the cord. Keep working back and forth round the knot until the two leads are overlapping each other.

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Part 4: Following the first strand around Doubling the weave

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4.1 Place the end of the running part UNDER the first TWO standing parts as shown.

4.2 Grab the loose end of cord from the very first loop and gently pull on it until the loop slips out from under the rubber band on the right side.

4.3 When you have taken in some slack it should look like this.

4.4 Keep the other loops securely placed under the rubber bands.

4.5 Follow the shortened loop with the running end. Stay parallel to the cord you are following.

4.6 Stay on the SAME SIDE of the cord you are following. Don't twist around or cross over the cord you are following.

4.7 Pull the slack through the knot carefully to avoid disrupting the layout.

4.8 Continue to work back and forth around the tube following the first lead. Every time you work to the right side, pull the loop from under the rubber band. Leave the slack loops on the left, we'll tighten them up later.


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Part 3: adding the fifth part

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3.1 When you get back to the starting point place the running cord UNDER TWO and then OVER TWO as shown.

3.2 Then tuck the loop under the rubber band and reverse direction just as you have done before.

3.3 The photo shows the running loop as it reverses direction on top of the rubber band so you can see how it lays out.

As before, parallel and even is important.

3.4 Keep working around the tube using the UNDER TWO then OVER TWO placement pattern.

3.5 Continue back and forth until you reach the staring point once again.

3.6 Here the running part is coming OVER the two standing parts right below the starting point.

3.7 At this point there are FIVE passes around the tube with the over two-under two pattern established.

3.8 Make sure your loop ends are even and parallel before moving to the next steps.
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Part 1: Making a herringbone knot bracelet

1.1 Start with 14 ft. of cord, a PVC or cardboard tube, and two rubber bands. Place the rubber bands about 1 1/2" inches apart and the end of the cord under the left band. Form a loop under the right band as shown.

1.2 Work back and forth between the rubber bands. Create six loops under each side.

1.3 When you get all the way around the tube, CROSS OVER the first lead as shown. Keep the loop under the rubber band to hold everything in place.

1.4 Keep working around the tube placing the cord parallel to and OVER the adjacent loops. Keeping the loops even will help you see the pattern.

1.5 Continue placing cord parallel as you work back and forth between the bands. Gently lift each rubber band to place the loop as shown.

1.6 When you get the starting point CROSS OVER TWO of the loops as shown. Place the cord under the band parallel to the standing parts.

1.7 Continue as before around he tube working back and forth keeping the cord parallel and even.





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black nylon 17 strand herringbone knot rope bracelet

This is a small 17 strand herringbone design done in think black nylon cord. This is quite small and would fit a child or someone with a skinny hand, The weave is relaxed and the knot could be worked up to a snug fit if you have the patience. Note the pen cap in the corner shown for scale.

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