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on “Celestial Seasons”:“Althea, you always do a great job in picking out the right components for your designs.…” read »
on “Long Lampwork Necklace”:“Beautiful way to showcase the lampwork beads. Adding the flower buds creates a feminine look…” read »
on “St. Petersburg in Bronze and Pink”:“Gorgeous to infinity and beyond! Your daughter will love this. I agree with K Ralston,…” read »
on “Prairie Winds Two-Tier Necklace”:“Beautiful Jasper and such a unique design.…” read »
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on “Something dainty for Cotillion”:“A sweet bracelet! Love the butterfly bead!…” read »
on “2 more stash finds”:“These are beautiful. I love the mix of polymer clay with beads added. Very nice!…” read »
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“Beautiful bracelet Robin. Izzy is growing so fast. The butterfly is lovely among the pearls ad…” read »
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“Robin, you are so right about it being a Southern thing. In Iowa we had…” read »
on “Something dainty for Cotillion”:“Pam, I'm not sure when the dances are. The group has to go through etiquette…” read »
on “Something dainty for Cotillion”:“This is such a dainty and lovely bracelet. I'm sure it is perfect for a cotillion.…” read »
on “Something dainty for Cotillion”:“This is such a gorgeous bracelet. I think the combination of cream pearls with pale blue…” read »
on “Stacker Trio”:“Great stackers! The yellowish color makes these bold & full of happy energy. The…” read »
on “Something dainty for Cotillion”:“Robin, this is so lovely. I know it will be a truly admired gift and its…” read »
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- on “Celestial Seasons”:
“Beautiful Althea. The blue and silver are great together. I also love the night sky.…” read »
- on “Celestial Seasons”:
“Thanks for your kind words, K Ralston, dolllady and Robin. We live in the country, far…” read »
- on “Celestial Seasons”:
“Althea- such a pretty necklace. I love the theme as well! Your pieces are…” read »
on “Long Lampwork Necklace”:“Beady, What a beautiful necklace! It's like a flower garden around your neck. I…” read »
- on “Celestial Seasons”:
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- on “Long Lampwork Necklace”:
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- on “Long Lampwork Necklace”:
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- on “Long Lampwork Necklace”:
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Lotus with Spiraled Hemp Necklace
About this design:
I thought it was fitting to pair the natural walnut wood focal with hemp. This is a simple statement necklace for everyday wear. The half hitch spiral knot is a basic macrame knot. It's an easy knot to create, just follow my step-by-step instructions.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
You will need 1 walnut wood lotus focal, natural hemp, a lobster clasp, and 2 fold over cord ends. I showed two different clasps in step 1 image, but I think the fold over clasp will work best.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: I cut 45 inches of hemp and folded it in half. I added an overhand just below the loop. Clip the loop onto a clipboard to keep your cord taut. Cross the right working strand under the left. |
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Step 2: Take the right working strand up and over the left. |
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Step 3: Then pull taut. |
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Step 4: Repeat steps 1-3 until you are half way. |
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Step 5: At the half way point string your lotus focal on, then continue your knotting technique until the end. |
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Step 6: When you have reached the length you wanted attach your fold over clasp. I recommend using a touch of glue for added durability. |
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On Apr 23, 2020 at 8:10 pm #
Fresh Baked says:Great tutorial! This knotting technique is new to me. Thanks.
On Apr 24, 2020 at 8:45 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Very pretty natural design – used to macrame in the 70′s. Thanks Andrea.
On May 31, 2020 at 1:50 pm #
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