mixed cord grommet collections 3631and 3632

 This collection of grommet bangles comes from one of the many piles of cord ends and odd bits of color that accumulate during the making of rope bracelets. This group is a mix of colors made with multiple coach whippings. Using multiple colored cords in a single grommet entails securing the extra loose ends. Three colors of waxed thread are used individually and in mixed combinations.

This group (3632) is all about 8" to 8 1/4" in size.

Find this grey collection here.

In this group there are both the twisted cotton cord and the smooth braided cords used to create a range of color and texture. The coach whippings are tan, brown, black and white.

This group (3631) is about 7 1/2" in size

An illustrated tutorial showing how grommets are made here.


design and photographs © copyright 2015

ecru cord ochre bead wax whipping 3117

cotton cord
waxed six-thread whipping
ochre poly bead distressed texture

bead tangled in waxed thread
coach whipping secures loose ends

no clasp slip on style loose fit
8 1/4" (209 mm)





                available here


design and photographs © copyright 2013 WhatKnotShop

one button beaded cuff red and tan earth tones 2618

 All cotton cord of various textures from the braided clothesline cord, the traditional cotton cable cord, and a loose braided cotton are used to build this warm earth-tone color combination. Like the other bracelets in this series the materials are all from the scrap (er...resource!) box. These days I have to battle the cat for possession as he thinks this is a box of cat-toys.

The construction technique is shown starting with part one of a seven part tutorial.

 Two offset rows of glass beads are worked into the pattern a dark purple alongside the brown cords and the brighter red in the center of the red cords.

Size is a medium 7 1/2" (191 mm)

Construction is typical edge stitching using the four ply nylon thread and compressing the cords to make the firm but flexible fabric. A brown plastic button connects to the stirrup loop for a simple closure.

Find this bracelet listed here and more in the fiber art design section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy.

See other one-button designs here:
simple one button rope bracelet 2577
black and blue one button rope bracelet 2616
blue grey one button rope bracelet 2615
seaweed one button rope bracelet 2611



design and photographs © copyright 2013 WhatKnotShop

I'm Feelin' Knotty collection on Etsy

I'm Feelin' Knotty collection brings together the paracord, hemp and leather knot artists with a colorful and diverse group of offerings. Bina is herself a paracord bracelet designer and you can click over to her shop BinasBracelets and find color color color!

Minimal but elegant is this Khaki Paracord Josephine Knot Bracelet made by Jenci Smith in a range of available sizes. See her creative clothes and holiday items at jenciwsmith including this Robot or Elephant Embroidered Applique Onesie a unitog for babies.

On the hemp side is this Hemp Square Knot Anklet with Wood Bead a simple but classic design made by Alexandria and part of a small but lively collection of anklets and bracelets in her shop LiveLoveHemp.

Amy Hoffman makes these Leather cord turks-head knot rings and other corded goodies you can find in her shop BonnAmy. Lots of sizes available for the asking.

The featured item in this collection is this ecru herringbone weave turks head sailor knot rope bracelet made out of cotton cord. Ecru is a nice neutral off white color just as the string comes from the manufacturer. This one is quite soft and flexible. See more like these in the classic whites section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy. An even larger variety of weave design, sizes, and colors can be found in WhatKnotShop on Zibbet. 

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.

fiber design and traditional rope bracelets are available in these online shops:
WhatKnotShop on Etsy
WhatKnotShop on Zibbet