Get excited, crafters! The game-changing Cordsmith Mini has revolutionized i-cord creation with its speedy and enjoyable process. Now, it's time for its big sibling, the Original Cordsmith, to shine! Designed specifically for bulkier yarns, this unique tool is a must-have for all makers. Its lightweight construction and universal design make it perfect for everyone, regardless of whether you're left or right-handed. The textured design ensures a firm, comfortable grip, even for those with smaller hands or dexterity challenges. Plus, its ease of use promotes a relaxed crafting session, allowing you to work longer without fatigue. Get ready for a whole new level of yarn crafting fun!
How To
See how easy it is to use The Original Cordsmith!
Round or Flat
Pictured above is a round i-cord in green and a "flat" or ribbon-like i-cord in pink.
With a simple switch of direction in wrapping, you can make either round or flat i-cords. For a round i-cord, you always wrap the yarn in the same direction around the hooks. For a flat i-cord, you simply alternate the direction you wrap, so wrap away from your body and then toward your body and repeat. The flat i-cord will naturally want to curl, but a quick press with an iron will flatten it out.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you change colors?
Changing colors is even easier than you think! Click HERE to learn how.
How do you bind off?
Learn how HERE.
How do you pick up dropped stitches?
See the solution HERE.
How do you do an applied i-cord bind off?
If you didn't know, the Cordsmith can even be used to bind off knitting projects. Learn how HERE.
Yarn Weights
The Original Cordsmith works with a variety of yarn weights, from super fine up to bulky. Plied, Adarah, and Prairie yarn are all great super fine weight options, and Rico Cotton and Rico Spin Spin Cotton yarn are great light weight options.
Inspiration
The Cordsmith can be used to make i-cords with a wide variety of uses and applications. Check out this list of ideas from Autumn Eden-Goodman, the maker of the Cordsmith:
- Use it to create an i-cord to cast on a project; it works especially well for crochet in place of a traditional chain cast on!
- Use it to create an attached i-cord bind off
- Drawstrings for hoodies, pants, and bags
- Lanyards for keys and ID/work badges
- Use the i-cord to knit or crochet a super squishy blanket, rug, or chair cushion
- Add beads as you go to make sparkly bracelets or holiday garland
- Wrap around round foam balls to make holiday decorations
- Hanging loops for stockings
- Knotted clasps for cardigans
- Loops and ties for sewn dresses and tops
- Slide over wire shapes and words
- Bag straps
- Macramé art and plant hangers
- Weaving and decorative wall hangings
- Strings to attach mittens or hat ties
- Bows for hair and barrettes
Check this out! You can even create an i-cord with the Cordsmith Mini out of #8 Eleganza and then use that tiny i-cord as a bulky weight thread on the Original Cordsmith. An i-cord made out of an i-cord! How about that!
For even more ideas, search #cordsmith or #cordsmithmini on social media to see the amazing things creators are making with these fantastic tools!
The Sue Spargo Way
Our favorite way to use i-cord is to incorporate it into creative stitching! I-cords make beautiful stems, vines, and flowers!
If you're like us and love to keep your hands busy, you'll fall in love with the Cordsmith too! Throw it in your purse with a ball of yarn, and you will never have bored hands again!
Snag yours today and get started!
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