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Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling
Jul 8^th, 2013 at 9:16am

Here is my latest work: A tutorial about how to make a Lovelock-like sling. This tutorial is a sequel of my previous tutorial: A sling with a knotted pouch (http://slinging.org/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1357568101/0).

In this tutorial I describe a knotting technique, with which you can reproduce the structure of the sling from Lovelock cave. It is not an exact reproduction of the original sling. I changed the number of warps, the density of the pouch as well as the pattern and the speed at which the width is increased. But the working principle is the same.

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.
If you notice typos, unclear descriptions or have other remarks, please mention it. It is very much appreciated!

Have fun!

Teg / Thomas Gartmann

TutorialLovelock_publi.pdf (2190 KB | )

L_Muster_001.JPG (114 KB | )

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Teg Interfector Viris Spurii Offline Posts: 1105 Central Europe Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #1 - Jul 22^nd, 2013 at 9:50am bong Nobody interested in this tutorial? Not a single comment is a bit disappointing for the time I spent on it...
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Reply #2 - Jul 22^nd, 2013 at 5:09pm

Teg I looked at this topic earlier but I couldn't find the appropriate link the first time(I ended up choosing the starfish one by mistake). Anyway, I looked harder an found the right link! It's cool and I want one of my own so thanks for posting Teg! It's a great tutorial

now as to find me some linen...

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Masiakasaurus past-moderator Offline mah-SEE-a-kah-SOR-us Posts: 6068 Alabama, USA Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #3 - Jul 22^nd, 2013 at 5:13pm Very similar to Matthias's looped warp pouch. Woven (I like) and separate from the sling cords. Pretty cool.
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Donnerschlag Interfector Viris Spurii Offline I put the 'K' in "Kwality"! Posts: 1045 Portland, OR Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #4 - Jul 26^th, 2013 at 5:02pm Wow, I like it! Now I'm just itchin' to try it
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squirrelslinger Interfector Viris Spurii Offline peace through superior firepower Posts: 2870 Ky, USA Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #5 - Jul 26^th, 2013 at 8:36pm I somehow missed it. You certianly did not waste your time.... ..now where did i put that jute? i think I know what I will be doing tonight very nice tutorial!
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Timothy Potter Senior Member Offline Posts: 340 Idaho Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #6 - Jul 30^th, 2013 at 2:47pm A very nice tutorial! I've never much studied the Lovelock sling or how it was made, but with your tutorial it shouldn't be hard. I really like the variations you put on your sling. Thanks for all your work! -Timothy Potter
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Eoraptor Funditor Offline Aim small, miss small. Posts: 936 Great Lakes Region (USA) Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #7 - Jul 30^th, 2013 at 10:29pm Saved both pdfs. That knotted pouch looks especially stunning, I'll have to give it a go!
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lakeslinger Senior Member Offline Slinging Rocks! Posts: 432 Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #8 - Jul 31^st, 2013 at 3:46am Great tutorial, Teg. I´ve been offline for some time (especially because I could not attach pictures), so I´ve seen it only today. Sure I´ll give a try, after having finished my actual sling.
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bluecanary Novicius Offline Dexai Posts: 9 Utah Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #9 - Aug 6^th, 2013 at 9:50pm Totally dig this! I'm going to have to try it!
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David Morningstar Slinging.org Moderator Offline Slinging Rocks! Posts: 3416 UK	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #10 - Aug 7^th, 2013 at 1:14pm Sorry Teg, I should have posted something when I read it. Its great, I have downloaded the pdf and I will be making one some time. Also, I will approach the museum with your request for Lahun sling photos. I have just started a new job so it is a matter of finding some spare time!
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Reply #11 - Aug 10^th, 2013 at 10:29am

Thank you all very much for all your replies!
The biggest fear of every author is not to be read Wink

. As two weeks had passed I was a bit worried, that it somehow may pass away unnoticed.

David Morningstar wrote on Aug 7^th, 2013 at 1:14pm:

Also, I will approach the museum with your request for Lahun sling photos. I have just started a new job so it is a matter of finding some spare time! Grin

David, I really appreciate your help!
Please take all the time you need. The project is currently on hold, as I have myself trouble to find some time. Grin

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lakeslinger Senior Member Offline Slinging Rocks! Posts: 432 Gender:	Re: Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling Reply #12 - Sep 2^nd, 2013 at 9:26am Double post! I´ve shown my finished sling already in the picture thread (p 260), but then I found it would be good to have it in this topic, too. @ Teg. Great tutorial! Sorry for responding the pm so late, I´ve been in holidays without computer.
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