Pete0331
03-12-09, 06:13 AM
Most of you who have been aboard a Navy ship know what I'm talking about.
Here is an example of a Marine interpretation of the tradition:
http://www.frayedknotarts.com/images/Mark/paddles5L.jpg
For more examples: http://www.frayedknotarts.com/military.html\
In keeping with the Marine Corps' naval traditions, "fancywork" has been a part of shipboard life for modern militaries all over the world.
Found a good website with instructions.
http://stormdrane.blogspot.com/
It's a very useful skill to have in the Marines, even if its only to stave off boredom.
The projects go from the bracelets like you made a summer camp to full embroidered lanyards, and most are shown using 550 paracord.
This is a good way to help Marines learn knots in a fun way.
I've been working on it for a few days. Still haven't gotten the "turkshead." :devious:
Here is an example of a Marine interpretation of the tradition:
http://www.frayedknotarts.com/images/Mark/paddles5L.jpg
For more examples: http://www.frayedknotarts.com/military.html\
In keeping with the Marine Corps' naval traditions, "fancywork" has been a part of shipboard life for modern militaries all over the world.
Found a good website with instructions.
http://stormdrane.blogspot.com/
It's a very useful skill to have in the Marines, even if its only to stave off boredom.
The projects go from the bracelets like you made a summer camp to full embroidered lanyards, and most are shown using 550 paracord.
This is a good way to help Marines learn knots in a fun way.
I've been working on it for a few days. Still haven't gotten the "turkshead." :devious: