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Post by superioragates on Jul 15, 2009 12:27:03 GMT -5
Just thought I would see what you guys think of my latest idea. I made the hemp style chains, took about 6 hours each. Needless to say I have only made a few.   I didn't want to waste some other craft supplies I have, so I used some crochet twine I had leftover from another project I did. It has a shiny gold fillament line twisted in to the twine, so it really sets off the gold bell caps on the stones. Let me know what you think, and thanks for looking!! Marie |
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Post by kap on Jul 15, 2009 14:03:48 GMT -5
I like it I think it looks great!
Keith
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Post by superioragates on Jul 15, 2009 14:27:42 GMT -5
Thanks!!
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Post by Deleted on Jul 15, 2009 15:28:12 GMT -5
Very nice. I love seeing cabs/tumbled stones incorporated with other types of crafts. Great job!
Shannon
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Post by mc2 on Jul 15, 2009 16:49:21 GMT -5
Yea, those are very nice!
Mike
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Post by sitnwrap on Jul 16, 2009 7:30:31 GMT -5
This is a really great alternative to chains and chords. you said you used crochet twine but is the weave crochet? It looks a little like macrame.
I really like this.
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Post by superioragates on Jul 16, 2009 9:06:37 GMT -5
yes, it is macrame, and it is not regular yarn, although it is meant for crochet. This stuff is like a very thin twine or cord, would be great to make the shell of a purse or wallet or something.
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Post by frane on Jul 16, 2009 21:09:34 GMT -5
I have never tried to macrame but it sure is tempting! Love how the tumbles look with it!
Fran
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Post by colliel82 on Jul 16, 2009 21:29:53 GMT -5
Those turned out great.
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Post by superioragates on Jul 16, 2009 21:47:26 GMT -5
This macrame "stitch" is very easy, and anyone can do it. It is just a little time consuming is all. Just have the right material to work with, and you can get this stuff from any place just about that carries yarn or crochet items. It was just a fun idea I thought.
Thanks for all your thoguhts!!
Marie
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 17, 2009 9:40:45 GMT -5
Great minds think alike, but you beat me to it! I've been thinking of creating hemp necklaces. I bet I could get my daughter to do the macrame.
Is there a web site that describes the macrame you used? We'll need some instruction and will probably do something a little different.
Thanks!
Chuck
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Post by superioragates on Jul 17, 2009 11:41:27 GMT -5
I found a website for you to look at, and it has instructions as well as pictures so you can compare yours to what you see. www.threadbanger.com/post/1086/simple-macrame-bracelet-or-necklaceHopefully it will work for you!! Have a good time, I like to fill up my "empty time" watching t.v. while I do this....gotta stay busy with something!! Thanks, Marie |
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 17, 2009 15:20:56 GMT -5
Thank you! I'm sure my daughter will enjoy this!
Chuck
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Post by Bejewelme on Jul 18, 2009 8:09:22 GMT -5
Now that looks neat. I remember making macarame in the late 70's when I was young! Great idea, thanks for sharing!
Amber
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Post by raqy on Jul 18, 2009 21:14:24 GMT -5
Same here Amber, this brings back memories. I love the look.
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Post by superioragates on Jul 19, 2009 10:44:35 GMT -5
I just wanted to let you know that the macrame is MUCH easier if you can find a place to let it hang from. The knots will get much tighter and more uniformed, having it lay loose took a lot longer, as I was constantly having to tighten and straighten. I have mine now loopped around a pencil, then hanging between 2 of my kitchen cabinet door handles....seems to work better that way, and doesn't take as long to do either.
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