Ball Of String on spindle With Scissors

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Cotton string is a very low-cost alternative to paracord and other twines. household balls of string may be used for all manner of tasks, such as lightweight shelter building and outdoor and indoor crafts, such as jewellery making and knot work. The uses of string are endless, so we won’t attempt to list them all here, but as you will know, whether it be at home, in the garden, or, out in the forest, a ball of good quality string is always worth keeping in your outdoor kit or kitchen draw.

Craft ideas with your string

Type 1: Double Chain Knot Bracelet

This bracelet requires two strings, which you weave together as drawn in Photo 1. It creates a relatively round bracelet, and I would personally recommend making every loop very tight (it creates a better texture).

Type 2: Triple Chain Knot Bracelet

This bracelet requires two strings, although the center string (colored orange in the photo) is not visible (if done correctly). The strings are woven together as drawn in Photo 2. This bracelet can create a wider bracelet, and I recommend making every loop very tight for better texture and to prevent the center string from showing. Since the center string doesn’t show, I’d even suggest using a color you don’t like – you wouldn’t be wasting then. You could also replace the center string with a wire to make the bracelet malleable.