Jim Witt
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October 26, 2012
Are you using grosgrain ribbon for your projects? From hair bows to scrapbooking, this type of ribbon is incredibly popular for its versatility and cost. This fabric is unique because it has a ribbed appearance and it is heavier than many other types of ribbon. Learn more about popular applications for grosgrain ribbon ...
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September 25, 2012Grosgrain ribbon is a ribbon made with loosely woven fabric, usually either silk or silk and something else like mohair or wool. “Gros” is the French word “gros” meaning large, or coarse. “Grain” comes from the French word “graine” meaning grain. Grosgrain ribbon is a large grain, or of a course texture. Some grosgrain ribbons are treated with a moire, meaning a waved or water-like effect done to the silk, a popular favorite for women’s attire, accessories, etc.
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September 11, 2012
Paracord is one of the must-haves for climbers. After all, you never want to run out of rope! Paracord is a lightweight nylon rope that was first used by paratroopers in World War II. But paracord turned out to be useful for much more than just parachuting. It soon spread in popularity throughout the military forces and eventually to civilians as a handy utility cord for multiple purposes.
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September 10, 2012Paracord is the nylon rope used initially during World War II for parachutes. It did not take long for the many potential uses of paracord to be discovered, however, as it soon became prolific throughout all branches of the military for a multipurpose tool. Astronauts began using it during the second mission to repair the Hubble Telescope. Civilians first got access through military surplus sales and began using it for myriad purposes.
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July 28, 2012Slacklining originated in Yosemite National Park, where rock climbers walked on chains between posts for fun as a balancing trick. It is now a popular sport that has evolved into a popular form of gym equipment as well as a fun way to pass the time when camping. Simply put, it is similar to tight rope walking but is almost always placed close to the ground and the line itself is 'slack'. To a casual observer, a slackline looks like a springy rope, but in reality it is flexible nylon webbing set between two ropes. Usually pulled tight between the two anchors, the webbing stretches when stepped upon, providing a fun and safe way to enhance balancing skills and perform tricks.
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February 11, 2012Nylon webbing is a strong and durable material that is used in huge variety of products. Once you are aware of the product, you will notice that it is a main material of many household and sporting goods items.
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February 10, 2012Your seat needs to be in great condition. If you notice that the nylon webbing in your seat is in need of repair, don’t spare anytime getting it fixed. A seat in poor condition can cause back pain and difficulty paddling for long periods of time. This can lead to dangerous situations.
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February 08, 2012
If you have a toddler that is full of energy and maybe even a little bit of mischief, you may have thought about finding a child harness. Child harnesses are great for children that have grown too large to carry and want to walk on their own.
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February 07, 2012
Nylon webbing can be used for many projects and materials. Some of these things include seat belts, dog collars and leashes and camping equipment. If you are creating your own unique design, you will need to know how to put nylon pieces of the material together properly.
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February 06, 2012
There are many at home projects and useful items that require the use of a strong and durable product known as nylon webbing. This material comes in a large variety of types from wide to thin, from tubular to flat.
