How Do You Make A Hemp Necklace?
Hemp is a plant from the Cannabis genus that is growing in popularity because it can be used for so many things. Industrial hemp can be used for thousands of things, such as hemp seed oil, clothes or even paper. Try making a necklace out of some hemp and see for yourself how versatile it is. Follow these steps to make a hemp necklace–a great gift for friends. Preparation Step 1 Measure the length around your neck and multiply it by twelve. Step 2 Cut a strand of that length from a ball of hemp twine. Step 3 Repeat this process to make another strand of equal length. Step 4 Fold the two strands in the middle over your left index finger. Step 5 Make an overhand knot. Making the Necklace Step 1 Secure the loop of the knot under a heavy object like a table or chair leg, which will hold them in place as you tug on the four free strands. Step 2 Separate the four free strands into three sections, with a single strand on the left, a single strand on the right and two strands in the middle. St
To make a hemp necklace, you will be tying lots of knots in the style of macramé. There are two main knots used in macramé, the larks head knot and the square knot. Once you know how to tie these two simple knots, you are on your way to making beautiful bracelets and necklaces. What You’ll Need • Hemp or jute twine. These can be found at your local Wal-Mart or craft store. Use a thin to medium thickness. • A keyring or pencil to tie your string to while you work on it. • Scissors [recommended scissors] • Measuring Tape • Six small beads about a 1/2″ long. Glass beads look nice with hemp. All of these beads will need to have large enough holes so that two pieces of hemp can fit through them. • A pend
