Thread wrapping techniques

I have had lots of wonderful comments on the fiber wrapped cords that I use to make neckpieces. I call them "neckpieces" because they are usually more like a scarf than a necklace. I wanted to share how I make the wrapped cords with you. The inspiration to make these came from the Winter 2010 Belle Armoire Jewelry magazine. "Wrapped, Jeweled and Embellished Creations" is the name of the article by Arline M. Lowenthal. I start with cotton clothes line. I measure the length that I want the…

Fabric-wrapped cord jewelry adds a fun and funky touch to any wardrobe. It's also quick and easy to make with this step-by-step tutorial, including photos and a video.

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Did you know that thread-wrapped woven techniques have been used in jewelry making for centuries? Dating back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and the Aztecs, this method has been passed down through generations. I’m proud to carry on this tradition in a sustainable way by incorporating up-cycled rope into my designs. Let’s honor the past while creating a better future! ♻️💫 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #threadwrapping #threadwrappedjewelry #woventechnique #necklace…

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Knitting is a technique to turn thread or yarn into a piece of cloth. Knitted fabric consists of horizontal parallel courses of yarn which is different from woven cloth. The courses of threads or yarn are joined to each other by interlocking loops in which a short loop of one course of yarn or thread is wrapped over the another course.