Here's what I used to make it:
Paracord - 14-15 feet
We order our paracord online for his biz but there are a few random army supply shops and uniform shops around town that sell it by the foot for about 10-15 cents. If you're in OKC just ask and I can tell you were to get it. If not you may have to ask around and see where you can find it.
Shackle 3/8ths - you can get these at your local hardware stores like Lowes or Home Depot. There about $3.00
N- Hook
You can make these anysize. You'll first want to get a wrist measurement. I would say about 7-8 inches is a regular size.
You're going to do a 11 sc chain-less foundation sts,{click link to see how to do chain-less foundation} ch 1 loosely {you'll need to be able to get the screw of the shackle through it} , sc in each of the chains on the opposite side of the bracelet. Join with a sl st to the 1st sc,
Weaving in ends is really hard so what my hubs usually does is tie off the two ends in a knot or two and melt the ends down with a lighter (be careful)
You'll slide the bigger part of the shackle through the end where we ended. Nowhere specific just through a few stitches. {you might have to stretch it a little}
That's it! If you want it bigger or smaller just add or decrease the foundation chains or change hook sizes.
We still want to be able to use it as a lifesaving bracelet and unravel it in time of need. Crochet is so super easy and fast to unravel if you need too! That's what these are all about. {you can read more about his shop in this post}
I hope your enjoy making one. If you do I'd love to see pictures!!
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Perfect gift idea for my ROTC girl Elizabeth and all her buddies! Thanks!
That's a cool design. I'm not into the army stuff,but I am a big hunter and these would be awesome to use for that! Convent to carry and easy to use!!
I have been looking for a pattern like this. I need a new pattern. I live in Tulsa OK. I am trying to think where I can get the cord. Wish me luck.
OK I have one I don't think anyone has tried. My daughter suggested I try crocheting a purse (hand bag) using paracord. I just looked at her kind of strange, bit now I am wondering how it will come out. Debating whether I want to try or not.
PLP- DO IT!! I don't know that it would be easy to crochet it tight so it would need a liner but I think it would be awesome! hmmm now I might have to try it :)
Oh- and my hubby buys some of his paracord on Etsy. I'm not sure of local placed in Tulsa just a few places in OKC Metro sell it and not a great selection.
If you are around where there are ACMOORE stores, they are carrying parachute cord.
Where do you get para cord in OKC
wanted to make a shopping/grocery bag from paracord-crocheted to end of skein(?) of paracord I bought at A.C. Moore and could not figure out how to join the next skein. Anyone have any ideas on how to join this stuff so it won't come apart? I don't think melting will hold.
If it is nylon you melt it (very carefully) together with a fire igniter or a lighter. Practice in a safe place and on scrap pieces to get the technique down.
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