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Manila Rope
$75
Renowned for its superior strength and natural resistance to abrasion, manila rope is an excellent choice for heavy-duty tasks and everyday wear and tear. Its classic, rugged appearance also makes it a popular option for decorative purposes, especially outdoor rugs. This listing includes enough rope to make one large rug.
Hemp Blend Rope
$65
Hemp blend rope offers a durable and eco-friendly option for various applications, combining the natural strength of hemp with the versatility of synthetic fibers. Its robust construction makes it ideal for outdoor use while maintaining a pleasing aesthetic. This listing includes enough rope to make one large rug.
Cotton Rope
$55 – $120
With a soft and flexible feel, cotton rope is perfect for crafting both decorative and functional items. Its natural fibers boast a beautiful natural hue but can also be dyed in any color of the rainbow. This listing includes enough rope to make one large rug or 3 small mats, depending on the size you select.
Rug Loom & Steel Pins
$220
This exclusively designed loom features an innovative dual-sided pattern capability, revolutionizing rug and mat weaving with six distinct designs. Its puzzle-like construction and 28 removable steel pins allow for easy disassembly and convenient storage.
Custom-Designed Wooden Rug Loom
This exclusive loom, crafted solely for Crafter, emerged from a collaborative effort led by Amanda and the skilled woodworking team at Crafter. With its innovative dual-sided pattern capability, the loom revolutionizes rug and mat weaving, offering the opportunity to create six distinct designs using ropes of varying sizes. Removable steel pins act as guides to weave the perfect pattern every time.
Amanda's design ingenuity shines through in the loom's puzzle-like construction, ingeniously allowing it to be effortlessly disassembled into two pieces for convenient storage. This feature ensures that even in limited spaces, crafters can easily stow away their loom when not in use.
You will also explore the history of knot tying, an ancient skill often overlooked but integral to everyday life as functional applications and artistic techniques. Join us in celebrating the artistry and versatility of knot-tying in this one-of-a-kind workshop!
About the Artist: Amanda Whited
Meet Amanda Whited, a Midwest native residing in Southern California, with her husband and their four energetic boys. With a passion for sharing her love of making, Amanda has dedicated 13 years to teaching others the joy and fulfillment of creating beautiful and functional things, encouraging her students to infuse their unique style and personality into each piece. Always eager to explore new techniques, Amanda is an enthusiastic experimenter in all things fiber-related. Whether sewing, knitting, or dabbling in natural dyeing, Amanda finds the greatest joy in the creative process.
We can’t wait to see how your handwoven rope rugs turn out. Share your creative journey and finished creation with us by tagging @thecraftersbox + @amanda_joyofmaking in your social posts. Don’t forget to use #thecraftersbox so our community can also see your workshop come to life. Happy making!
