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27th October 2011, 11:52 PM #1
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what kind of string do you use?
I'm making some old-fashioned toys requiring both wood and string--a climbing bear, a buzz saw, a figure who flips over a rope when you squeeze the sticks holding either end of the rope (I don't know the usual name for this one). The older books just say to use 'string'. Do any of you make toys like this? If so, what kinds of string have you found sturdy enough to use?
Any thoughts appreciated.
Joanna
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28th October 2011, 12:58 AM #2
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Hi Joanna
welcome
you could try using the cotton chalk string line used by builders.
I think the generic name is braided cotton twine, but I'm not sureregards from Alberta, Canada
ian
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28th October 2011, 12:40 PM #3
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Ditto with the welcome Joanna.
For something a little nicer on little hands, have a look for blind/curtain cord.Too many projects, so little time, even less money!
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28th October 2011, 01:54 PM #4
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Venetian blind cord from Spotlight stores.
Tip: Don't go at the weekend unless you want to spend all day there!Pugwash.
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28th October 2011, 07:52 PM #5
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G'Day & Welcome to a top forum Joanna,
I'd tend to agree with "pugwash" the 2mm dia Venetian blind cord.
I'm sure you'll have a good craft type shop in your area of the USA.
Looking forward to seeing the photos.
Enjoy your toymaking.
Cheers from "On Top Down Under" Crowie
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28th October 2011, 11:26 PM #6
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Venetian cord is good for pullalongs and such, but not flexible enough for the acrobat man. Just plain old string's the thing to use for him. I have made the odd one or a hundred of them.
Phil.
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