A paracord bracelet is made from material used for parachute cords. The cord is elasticized. This boosts its ability and strength to carry a high amount of weight, which is beneficial as a parachute cord. Paracord is the abbreviated word for parachute cord and clever designers of outdoor jewelry have associated the material with the outdoors, to be used in a variety of adornments worn by outdoor types. The paracord bracelet became one of the must-have accessories in any survival kit of adventurists.
SURVIVAL BRACELETS
Originally, a paracord was wrapped around the wrist and worn as a bracelet, as a precaution to be used in emergency situations, and later became assoiated with anyone who enjoys pitting their strength and skill against a hostile environment. At present, the paracord bracelet is a fashion statement. This is typically worn by anyone who wants to be seen as adventurous and this is also a symbol of nature by those who are involved with the wild animals and wild habitats.
Paracord bracelets can be bought ready made in many colors and designs. The fundamental design uses the basic macramé knots. What makes it ideal for creating paracord bracelets is the paracord’s elasticity. Lots of people are now learning the skills of macramé to make their own unique survival bracelets. Often friends make matching bracelets to wear as a sign of a bond of true friendship.
PARACORD BRACELET IDEAS
Creating your own amazing paracord survival bracelet is simple, fun, as well as entertaining. They are ideal for hikers or runners who can wear reflective paracord bracelets for visibility. They are also perfect as for sale in various fairs. You can also consider this for school projects and for fundraisers.
People love buying paracord bracelets at the market and some craft stalls and you could even begin your own business over the internet through selling pretty paracord bracelets. Use your imagination and make paracord bracelets as gifts for birthdays or other celebrations as a stunning, personal, hand made gift for friends and family.
PARACORD BRACELET PATTERNS
Here are some of the famous paracord bracelet patterns.
1. CROWN SINNET OR BOX KNOT PATTERN
If you want to use two to four colors, this can be a fun pattern. The box like pattern is very ornate and the colors can be matched to themes for fundraisers. Customized combinations of colors can be personalized. This is best when celebrating holidays and some celebrations like Valentine’s Day.
2. CATERPILLAR SINNET PATTERN
This is called Chain Sinnet. This use a noticeably small knot a snake like and caterpillar style. Backpackers often use this pattern as a decorative way to carry a cord as a practical tool, as it is the easiest to undo when needed.
3. SAW TOOTH PATTERN
This pattern will give you a picture of a shark’s teeth. This has also a variation on Cobra bracelets and very extraordinary. It is not a close weaved and complex as other patterns, but is interesting and ideal for bracelets.
4. SNAKE KNOT
This is an extraordinary pattern. Much rounded than the common Cobra Weave pattern and this can be done easily than it looks.
5. FISH TAIL
This pattern is extremely versatile as it can be wrapped around the wrist a few times and made as short or as long as desired. If you pick the colors well, this can be made to look exactly just like the tail of a rattle snake.
Spend some of your time to find out such cool patterns and how much enjoyment you’ll experience when designing your own paracord bracelets.
