thejikzFeb 28
A rough cut, freehand with disk grinder. A #crochet hook for some chonky rope. This is tool #steel and will NOT bend (easily) :)
Show threadthejikzFeb 28
So I did a filing with a medium file, then a diamond file, then some 80 grit paper to smooth it out, decent results. I may cut more of the opening out to hold the rope better on pulling but this is workable.
I got a magic ring 6 done, working on the 2nd round with increases. This is very hard though and glad I am using this steel punch now! LOL It is ridiculous, but fun. #crochet #poppintags
Show threadthejikzFeb 28
Further work on the hook, I removed a lot morw material on the jaw(? correct term ?) and now it grabs the rope better, since this is chord, ot ia very rigid, unlike yarn. Other chonky™ fibers are normally more plush or squishy.
#crochet #rope #homemade
Show threadthejikzFeb 28
This takes a LOT of rope. I can hope for a seat cover at this point. LOL #crochet
Show threadthejikzMar 1

The hook has been finish sanded sufficient for "production", I mean it was fine, but now it looks pretty. It is also HEAVY. I love this very thick and tactile form of knotting up the place. I make these with tool steel punches from Harbor Freight. The same principles could be applied to bamboo, aluminum rod, etc, but thes are built for me, and I have proven to be a bit hard on my hooks. One of my spawn banned me from borrowing theirs... :)
I accepted this and started making my own.

#homemade #steel #crochet #tools

Show threadthejikzMar 1

Completed!! I saw that I was running out of rope, so it became a decorative nautilus shell. Using the tool steel hook was imperative for this rope, it is stiff and tough to work unless you have a stout one, even if you preplan your loops a bit.
I was a bit surprised how much rope this eats up, but totally worth it. I love the end shape, it may go on a wall or something.

#crochet #finished

Show threadLisa Lorenzin (she/her)Mar 1

@thejikz that's really cool! What length rope went into this?

I've been enjoying this thread and your ingenuity - thanks for sharing! 💖

Show threadthejikz
@llorenzin 100 Feet, and thank you!
Mar 1 at 5:48pmWeb