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Tutorial: A fast way to make a "Lovelock"-like sling
Jul 8th, 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
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Reply #1 - Jul 22nd, 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 22nd, 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 Smiley now as to find me some linen...
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Reply #3 - Jul 22nd, 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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Reply #4 - Jul 26th, 2013 at 5:02pm
 
Wow, I like it!  Grin

Now I'm just itchin' to try it
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Reply #5 - Jul 26th, 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 Wink
very nice tutorial!
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Reply #6 - Jul 30th, 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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Reply #7 - Jul 30th, 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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Reply #8 - Jul 31st, 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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Reply #9 - Aug 6th, 2013 at 9:50pm
 
Totally dig this! I'm going to have to try it!
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Reply #10 - Aug 7th, 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!  Grin
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Reply #11 - Aug 10th, 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 7th, 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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Reply #12 - Sep 2nd, 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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