🧶 How to use a Lucet - a cordage making Tutorial! 🧶

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  • @ritax8411
    @ritax8411 13 днів тому +55

    My grandfather carved me a lovely wooden lucet fork when I was a young child. I made yards and yards of cord, got no idea what he did with it! Many, many years later I came across the lucet in a memory box that my mother had. It now has pride of place on my bookshelf as a reminder of happy days and years long past.

    • @robinmanzanares3106
      @robinmanzanares3106 4 дні тому

      You are the luckiest lady. That is an amazing keepsake treasure. What beautiful memories to have with a gorgeous piece to go with it. I bet there are wonderful stories and memories to have with such a beautiful piece of work.🎉👴😍👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

  • @sherip1270
    @sherip1270 13 днів тому +36

    after watching the first 12 minutes of your video, I went into the kitchen and grabbed my plastic two -pronged meat fork from Dollar Tree and proceeded to follow along! Great fun. I'm thinking braided rug for a fun project. Thanks for sharing this technique. Your lucet looks beautiful!

  • @tfwoodcraft3692
    @tfwoodcraft3692 13 днів тому +25

    Thank you for the kind words about our lucets. We always appreciate seeing someone using them. Your work is lovely. -Tanya at T.F. Woodcraft

    • @FiberSpider
      @FiberSpider  13 днів тому +4

      And thank you for producing such a well crafted product. I left a review and link to this video so that people may see it in action.

  • @krisferguson378
    @krisferguson378 14 днів тому +19

    I'm a Viking re emactpr & have been Luceting for 11 years now. I love it.

  • @DianePicard-e3n
    @DianePicard-e3n 7 днів тому +2

    Thank you for sharing, it’s the first time I see a lucet. I would make a rug.

  • @kristinwalker8331
    @kristinwalker8331 14 днів тому +10

    You are such a great teacher/instructor. You go slow and your words are clear. I always enjoy your tutorials.

  • @jacquelineoneill4018
    @jacquelineoneill4018 4 дні тому

    Really appreciate your slow pace at teaching us about this tool!!

  • @ЗарьятБ
    @ЗарьятБ 5 днів тому +2

    Очень интересный и необычный способ вязания шнура.спасибо за ваше видео!🤗😊😊😊

  • @barbaraandrews6007
    @barbaraandrews6007 13 днів тому +5

    As a child many years ago we used to make something like that with a cotton real with a few nails on the top and wrapped the yarn around the nails and it would come through the hole like cord. Used to have great fun making it. So that brought back happy memories. Thank you Craig. 🤗❤️

  • @RainbowRoseConnie
    @RainbowRoseConnie 4 дні тому

    My husband carved some wooden lucets for me using a lucet from a friend as a pattern. LoL! I then taught her how to make the cords! So much fun!

  • @Gramasugar
    @Gramasugar 14 днів тому +4

    I've had a lucet for years and used it once and didn't like my cord. Thanks for this great video. Going to dig out my lucet now. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @thisisme64T
    @thisisme64T 9 днів тому +1

    I made one from an old fork by bending the center tines down with pliers. Sanded the roughness off and buffed it and it works well. I made one with a flat wooden spatula by cutting out the center and drilling a hole in the spot where the hole goes. Sanded it and put a clear coat on it. It works nicely also.

  • @coffeeangelcrafts
    @coffeeangelcrafts 12 днів тому +3

    My grandson made a lucet for me on a 3D printer, but i had no idea how to use it. I just haven't looked into it. Thank you for the tutorial.

  • @liesbethvandijk6539
    @liesbethvandijk6539 10 днів тому

    Thanks Craig for showing us this lovely old way to make cord. I'm from The Netherlands and we used to make cord as kids with a French Knitting tool where you make 4 stitches in the round. So with a lucet you make 2 stitches, how wonderful. I like the idea of beefing up some very thin yarn, so I'll be doing that as soon as I get my own lucet. Keep up the good work and stay safe. 🤗💯

  • @robinmanzanares3106
    @robinmanzanares3106 4 дні тому

    Thank you. I always love watching your videos they are very educational.

  • @Countrycabin
    @Countrycabin 13 днів тому +2

    This is so clever!! And I love learning historical methods and tools for everyday useful creations! That you!

  • @danabveggie9888
    @danabveggie9888 13 днів тому +2

    Brilliant video, thank you. I never knew what this gadget was for... now I know and next time I see one in the charity shop I am definitely getting it. Another tool into my crafty box... I am thinking... making lots of yards of the cord and maybe use it to make some basket, bag or something... depending on the material 🤔 Thank you 🙏🏻♥️

  • @cathmcfarlane-noble2087
    @cathmcfarlane-noble2087 7 годин тому

    Just start a braid (thankyou great tutorial) and it looks like it could make a great floor rug, sewn together.

  • @elizabethcoluninha3226
    @elizabethcoluninha3226 4 дні тому

    I loved your teaching, thank you❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @ireneholland7539
    @ireneholland7539 13 днів тому +1

    thank you so much for your video - I've had a Lucet for years and never really understood how to use it - I'll go up to my sewing room and find it and now be able to make a cord xx

  • @jaykay5893
    @jaykay5893 14 днів тому +2

    Thanks for this, I purchased one a few years ago and really struggled to keep even tension however after watching you i think it is time to try again! I got it to make coasters.

  • @candygrubisic
    @candygrubisic 14 днів тому +2

    I forget I have these sometimes lol. I made some in my wood-shop and they were actually fun to make. I like using them for cords and for using up scrap yarn. I never thought to make shoe laces, very cool idea.

  • @SandyDandyAdams
    @SandyDandyAdams 13 днів тому +1

    I bought one from Amazon and I did need to take sandpaper then polish with steel wool. It works :) Thanks for the tutorial ❤. P.s. I made an acquaintance with Russ from its raining yarn. He speaks highly of you 😊

  • @denisetemple1974
    @denisetemple1974 14 днів тому +2

    Love the Vans! Thank you for showing us the tool. I am already grabbing one online and can't wait to get started!

  • @CindyOgilvie
    @CindyOgilvie 14 днів тому +4

    Fun! Next you will be hand winding yarn balls with a Nostepinne (it is really just a fancy stick but I use it for my leftovers - if I want a center pull).

  • @barbghopwood5729
    @barbghopwood5729 14 днів тому +2

    That is really interesting. I've never seen that before. You learn something new every day. And thanks to you I have learned something new today and I would like to try and do that. Thank you very much. You're the best

  • @joycemoore6949
    @joycemoore6949 10 днів тому +1

    Very nice tutorial. I’ve made yards of cordage for crocheted net bags. This video makes me want to get luceting again. Thank you.

  • @blackcat176
    @blackcat176 13 днів тому +1

    Thank you for showing us this wonderful tool. First time knowing and seeing it. You had me captivated the whole video. I am now looking to buy one and see how nice they are. Love you and your channel.

  • @heidigeib2660
    @heidigeib2660 13 днів тому +1

    Getting ready for the super cold windchills. Will be using a lot of yarn this week. That tool looks neat.

  • @a.j.nunnaurbiz6535
    @a.j.nunnaurbiz6535 13 днів тому +1

    😆 Love the shoelaces! 👍👏 Excellent tutorial!
    Not sure what I would do with the cording, considering it's a bit elastic... Maybe necklace cording? (really thin yarn) Maybe add some pretty beads to it? 🤔

  • @pepitapulgarcita5051
    @pepitapulgarcita5051 14 днів тому +2

    I bought a crochet kit and it came with one of those ( plastic) and I have no idea what it was for 😂. Thanks for the tutorial, I will try it now what I know what is for.

  • @gaylaparks2999
    @gaylaparks2999 9 днів тому

    So happy to see this video as I have wanted to learn this for years.

  • @nancyb483
    @nancyb483 13 днів тому +4

    The shoelace ends are called aglets! Cool video!!

  • @karenh2890
    @karenh2890 13 днів тому +1

    Interesting tool. I definitely prefer the non-turning method. I'm wondering if my granddaughter would enjoy using this to make bracelets. Thank you for the tutorial!

  • @elizabethcoluninha3226
    @elizabethcoluninha3226 4 дні тому +1

    🎉 it's to make the cord thicker

  • @melissal3159
    @melissal3159 13 днів тому +3

    Looks good for making yarn for crochet baskets

  • @darrickwhite1986
    @darrickwhite1986 12 днів тому +2

    I-cord blanket is a must-have!!!

  • @christyhughes6632
    @christyhughes6632 11 днів тому +1

    ❤ Going to carve my own lucet pass it down to granddaughter ❤
    💡 wrap ends tight with scotch tape😉

  • @kayefudge9469
    @kayefudge9469 14 днів тому +1

    Hi Craig this was such an interesting tutorial thankyou 😊 Kaye

  • @knitpurlsquirrelwithgrannydee
    @knitpurlsquirrelwithgrannydee 14 днів тому +1

    Cool - have never seen a lucet tutorial. I usually just knit or crochet I-cord. But this is cool.

  • @lindaarchinal9008
    @lindaarchinal9008 13 днів тому

    TY! I have a project using my Lucet (so far unlearned) and as usual excellent tutorial. I am planning on including beads but step one is making a cord lol. I think the idea of making thicker yarn out of thin is a winner, also using regular 4weight to make a bulky sounds great to me!

  • @the-painted-quilter
    @the-painted-quilter 14 днів тому +1

    Great. I ordered one. Now I have another hobby/skill😂😂😂

  • @tormakhmariajulia955
    @tormakhmariajulia955 10 днів тому

    Thanks, I’ve never seen one or heard of one before. Very interesting

  • @rhondaroberts9581
    @rhondaroberts9581 10 днів тому

    Nice tutorial! My lucet is on its way. Cant wait!

  • @karenh.
    @karenh. 14 днів тому +6

    I would 100% use that as a slingshot 😂🤣

  • @maryb8150
    @maryb8150 14 днів тому +2

    I love my lucky. I got a set with 4 sizes. I use 3 braided together for a purse handle

  • @ruthgoebel723
    @ruthgoebel723 11 днів тому

    I make cordage with my lucet for historical reenacting. It's fun and a great take-along craft!

  • @janetsaggus7408
    @janetsaggus7408 13 днів тому +2

    When cotton thread was on wooden spool (now plastic) we would hammer two, three, or four little nails in the top of the spool and flip the yarn over the nails, the cord goes through the centre of the spool .. we would get excited when our cord showed up through the hole in the spool .. we would spread open a bobby pin (with wax over the ends) and use that to pass yarn over the nails .. these can be bought like this in craft section of stores .. just like the cord spider is doing ..

  • @jerihensley8339
    @jerihensley8339 13 днів тому +1

    Such a good idea! I am going to try this!

  • @bobjaime
    @bobjaime 8 днів тому

    The plastic ends of shoelaces are called aglets. I learned that due to a Phenius and Ferb song. Who says cartoons can't help you learn! Anyway, great video. I love to learn about different ways that yarn is used.

  • @witsonsmom729
    @witsonsmom729 13 днів тому +2

    That's really interesting.

  • @neilstephen6761
    @neilstephen6761 11 днів тому

    Thank you for this wonderful tutorial

  • @patshipp9195
    @patshipp9195 11 днів тому +1

    Hint Idea: If you get some shrink tube (usualy for wiring} you can make the ends secure with a very short section and it will go through the eyelets . It's called shrink tube because when you put a flame to it it shrinks onto the item your wanting to secure. Hope this helps. 👍👍💖💖🙏🙏💖💖

  • @schizoozy
    @schizoozy 13 днів тому +1

    TY. This is lovely. I want to make my own.

  • @cathmcfarlane-noble2087
    @cathmcfarlane-noble2087 11 днів тому

    Enjoy your tutoring thankyou for sharing. 🌟

  • @heidigeib2660
    @heidigeib2660 13 днів тому +4

    The ends of the shoelace is called an aglet. Thank you Phineas & Ferb. They did a whole episode on it. 😅

  • @MICHELLE-gu2qc
    @MICHELLE-gu2qc 14 днів тому +1

    Its fascinating how people come up with ideas on making tools in the ancient times. Your tension is really neat.

  • @elizabethmorris5407
    @elizabethmorris5407 14 днів тому

    How fun, the cord would make a beautiful bowl.

  • @101kurtj
    @101kurtj 6 днів тому +1

    Aglets are the things on the ends of shoelaces :)

  • @clairenason4869
    @clairenason4869 10 днів тому

    I bought mine at Rhinebeck in 2019. I first saw them in. 2017 and kicked myself for not buying one. But in 2019 my liver came home with me. I made coasters, seat cushions.

  • @ericawillis3666
    @ericawillis3666 7 днів тому

    I snapped the middle tines off of a plastic fork and started following along.

  • @bonniepotter5591
    @bonniepotter5591 13 днів тому +1

    That's pretty cool

  • @julietardos5044
    @julietardos5044 13 днів тому +1

    This is fascinating. I've never heard of a lucet before.
    How would you change color?

  • @thisisme64T
    @thisisme64T 9 днів тому

    I just buy clear shrink tubing to use as the ends for shoelaces. I do not have a heat gun. I just light a candle or use a lighter.

  • @samanthaknudson3084
    @samanthaknudson3084 12 днів тому

    A fascinating little tool! It seems "obscure" in a time of machination. How did you find this to even use it and do a tutorial? I would buy it just as a wooden tiny treasure. 🥰

    • @FiberSpider
      @FiberSpider  12 днів тому +1

      In an age of machines, the life of an artisan and crafter is indeed obscure at times. I create because I love to learn new things and put that knowledge to practical use. And one day, if the machines should fail us, there will be some that can carry on with the traditions of old. It's kind of a romanticized notion, but it's what I have to go on.

    • @samanthaknudson3084
      @samanthaknudson3084 11 днів тому

      @@FiberSpider What a beautiful way to put it! I'm glad you are the way you are, with your inquisitiveness and creativity, and all the work you do to share that with us! Thank you!

  • @raniaravamudhan6209
    @raniaravamudhan6209 13 днів тому +2

    Would you have any ideas to join Lucet cords made with super bulky yarn to make a blanket?

    • @lindaarchinal9008
      @lindaarchinal9008 13 днів тому

      I played with a French knitter with this idea and you just feed the new yarn in as you make the cord. Then of course it’s using your blanket making directions.

  • @dealedoux13
    @dealedoux13 13 днів тому +2

    I wonder if making a pet bed with the cordage would hold up better...

  • @suefraser3611
    @suefraser3611 14 днів тому +3

    The ends of shoelaces are called aglets - you were close.

  • @elizabethcoluninha3226
    @elizabethcoluninha3226 4 дні тому +1

    Do you know what the little hole is for?

  • @elisecreations
    @elisecreations 12 днів тому

    I have 2 lucets made for me by a friend, one with a handle and one without. I am thinking of making cords for may skirts and leggings that the elastic waist band has given out on, which would of course make them drawstring waist bands.

  • @janhill2079
    @janhill2079 14 днів тому +2

    It's a bit like having a dolly bobbin with just 2 pins instead of 4

  • @ursaltydog
    @ursaltydog 11 днів тому +1

    I've seen people use cut plastic straws over the ends of their old shoelace and melted with a lighter to make the aglets..

  • @Stumpybear7640
    @Stumpybear7640 12 днів тому

    Tutorial starts 05:09 x

  • @celesteproe4233
    @celesteproe4233 12 днів тому

    I think the hole in the middle is to hold the needle if using one.

  • @luisamariamartinezfelix8492
    @luisamariamartinezfelix8492 7 днів тому

    Si colocas el inicio de la cuerda en el hoyo del lucet automáticamente queda centrado el cordel,para eso es el hoyo

  • @ursaltydog
    @ursaltydog 11 днів тому

    I could use a two prong tuner that the prongs flute outward right? And then I can use this braid for a foundation row for a crochet blanket?

    • @FiberSpider
      @FiberSpider  10 днів тому +1

      I haven't heard of using a cord as a foundation chain but sounds like a neat idea. Give it a whirl and see what happens. Just make sure that the cord isn't twisted.

    • @ursaltydog
      @ursaltydog 10 днів тому +1

      @@FiberSpider Exactly.. I see that this cordage that is produced has a bump side, so that would be likely where I'd start putting in the foundation row.

  • @janhill2079
    @janhill2079 14 днів тому +1

    Ah, so THAT'S what it is. I've been told variously it's a pompom maker or a tassel make but I knew in my heart it wasn't but not what it WAS... AND if you don't know what it's called you can't search for it

    • @jenniferwilhelm9699
      @jenniferwilhelm9699 13 днів тому +1

      You can always take a picture from the Google bar and that will tell you what it is.

    • @janhill2079
      @janhill2079 13 днів тому +1

      @jenniferwilhelm9699 my old phone could do that but when it broke I had to buy a new, but older Model, Nokia 14. Doesn't support a lot of my favourite Apps.... And though I have Chrome on it whenever I try image search through chrome it tries to redirect me to App.... Not to worry..
      Thank you for mentioning it..💕. It's a great thing. A few summers ago I identified a lot of wild flowers with it

  • @janhill2079
    @janhill2079 14 днів тому +2

    Aglets.... Like narrow plastic tube that shrinks to fit in boiling water. I could never get my cords into it🙄

  • @clairenason4869
    @clairenason4869 10 днів тому

    I bought mine at Rhinebeck in 2019. I saw them there in 2017 and kicked myself for not buying one. When I went back my luce

  • @mariannesoptelean7635
    @mariannesoptelean7635 13 днів тому +1

    I think their called aglets

  • @donnaworlock7397
    @donnaworlock7397 11 днів тому

    My sister saw someone crochet using just her fingers she said her grandmother was too poor to buy a hook so she learned with her fingers and taught her daughter, who taught the woman my sister saw ànd she only does a "1 of a kind " item - be it a blanket or tapestry she will not make s duplicate of anything

  • @9875z
    @9875z 10 днів тому

    no lucet, 2 prong carving fork. ❤

  • @sevdag4581
    @sevdag4581 13 днів тому +1

    Lütfen Türkçe altyazı ekleyin,her videoya yazıyorum.🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷🙋❤️

  • @clairhooker5126
    @clairhooker5126 8 днів тому

    matching drawstrings on delicate work is a great way to play with it

  • @tekvatantekbayrak3840
    @tekvatantekbayrak3840 7 днів тому

    🤔🤔🤔 en ücra köşesini dili bile var da türkçe neden yok affedersiniz biz de izlemiyoruz