The beginning of a simple looped bag (the oldest form of naalbinding). I'm using a cotton yarn that's much softer than the nettle cordage Sally Pointer uses in the how-to video I'm following, so it's a little fiddly. I'm using the extra-large naalbinding needle that I made from the handle of a bamboo toothbrush.

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Giant naalbinding needle that I made from the handle of a bamboo toothbrush, inspired by a Sally Pointer video (upcycling, waste not want not, etc.). This size will be great for making netted bags. I had a netted shopping bag years ago that I just loved, but it wore out, and I miss it. Time to replace it and maybe make a few extras, for myself or as gifts.

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Naalbinding needles - curved in two dimensions to fit flush alongside your thumb. Top Koa, middle Ebony, bottom Olivewood + turquoise. Each is 4" long.

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