DIY doormat by Laurie!
We received a lovely review from customer Laurie who was pleased with the DIY doormat she made using RopesDirect rope. She said: "I bought a few 10m bundles of rope...
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From outdoor inspiration, usage guides and product specs to carefully curated editorials, we are here to help and inspire.
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Classy boat fenders using our rope!
Our rope is used by craftspeople and businesses to create beautiful and really useful products - such as Victoria Rayner, at The Fender Boutique. Victoria creates fabulous rope fenders for...
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Keep your cat happy with rope scratching posts!
We love animals as well as rope ... so we thought this called for a line or two on how to keep your cat happy with rope scratching posts! This...
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How to make a teepee
Kids teepees. If you’ve spent more than 5 minutes on Pinterest or Instagram in the last 12 months, you’ll know – they’re all the rage right now. Little wigwam-style tents,...
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Fence design ideas
The garden fence. From a design point of view, it’s something that’s often overlooked. But there are many ways in which the vertical wood panels can be used to add...
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How to make a simple rope plant hanger: step-by-step
Sucker for a succulent? Hanging plants and plant décor are huge trends right now. And rope plant hangers are one of the best ways to display your favourite flora and...
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Stylish home decor - made with our rope
There's a range of classy homeware, made with our rope, that we want to showcase here. Janette and Paul Watson live and work from a sailing boat in Cornwall. And...
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4 Father’s Day activities inspired by paracord
Father’s Day 2021 is just around the corner, falling on Sunday 20th June. Of course, there are lots of ways to mark the occasion, from rustling up a special breakfast...
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How to make a rope basket
Rope baskets are making a comeback. And who’s surprised? From small woven planters that are perfect for FEJKAs to large floppy designs that are ideal for laundry and storage, they...
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Have a ball with kokedama
Fancy taking your green-fingers to new heights? Kokedama, which literally translates as ‘moss ball’, is Japan’s answer to the hanging basket. Not only do they look amazing, they’re also pretty...
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3 ideas for ‘Self-Care Sunday’ that use rope
Self-care is more important than ever before. Looking after yourself is crucial to your physical, emotional and mental health. You need to treat yourself to a little ‘me time’ every...
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Three Valentine’s Day craft ideas that use rope
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so here we’ve pulled together some of our favourite Valentine’s Day crafts . These are a great way to pass a few hours,...
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Gift wrapping ideas for Christmas
Want to make your gifts look extra special this year? Then, why not ditch shop-bought rolls in favour of a festive DIY gift wrap? It’s a fantastic way to add...
