Things You'll Need:
- Lightweight cotton rope
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Wire
- Wire cutters
- Wax paper
- White glue
- Acrylic paint
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Step 1
Cut several pieces of rope to the length you wish your links to be. The longer the rope pieces, the bigger the links. You will need different lengths and link amounts depending on the type of jewelry you are making.
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Step 2
Thread the needle with wire twice the length of your links and fold it over.
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Step 3
Run the needle through one of the rope links lengthwise until wire pokes out both ends.
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Step 4
Remove the needle and twist the two wire ends together to form a link. Clip away the extra wire with wire cutters and adjust the rope to hide the rest of the wire.
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Step 5
Repeat steps 2 to 4 for the rest of the links, looping each piece of rope through the previous completed link before twisting the wire closed.
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Step 1
Create a mixture of glue and acrylic paint, enough to cover your rope jewelry and achieve the color you like. Add a little water to thin out the mixture.
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Step 2
Dip the rope jewelry into the mixture until completely covered. Remove and lay the rope jewelry out on wax paper.
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Step 3
Wipe or clean off any excess glue from so it won't harden onto the design. Make sure that the jewelry is in a shape you like.
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Step 4
Let the rope jewelry dry completely.
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Step 5
Cover any frayed or unattractive edges with wire, winding it around the rope. If desired, add beads to the wire.
