Sailor Made Ropeworks...

Welcome to Sailor Made Ropeworks! My name is Tim. After a wonderful career in the United States Merchant Marines, I've learned quite a few things about rope-work and its overall importance. From line splicing to Rope Fenders, Monkey Fists and Woggle Rugs (sailor/ocean plaits), there was never a dull moment. I will always give full credit to the man who took me under his wing and taught me how to be the very best rope worker around; his name is Joe Olson (Bosun of the CS Global Sentinel). Because of Joe Olson, I not only learned rope-work but fell in love with it! After all these years, I still love rope-work! Thank you Joe!

Manila Fenders made with 2" line 

pictured behind Marine Supply & Oil Co. 

St. Augustine, FL.

If you like the nautical look, then you came to the right place! Although I live in St. Augustine, Florida, no destination is too far. On the following page, you will see my work that has already sold. If there is something you see that catches your eye, I would love to custom make it for you! Click the button below and visit the Sailor Made Ropeworks store or email me and I will get to work (keep in mind, I don't use templates so every Fender, Woggle Rug, Monkey Fist etc... will be unique)! sailormaderopework@gmail.com

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Carrick is the Gaelic word for "rock". The name Carrick is believed to come from the word "Carrack" which would have been a three to four mast merchant vessel used in the late 14th and into the 15th centuries. The knot itself (Carrick Bend) is believed to have been fashioned from a medieval Gaelic breast plate and has become one of the most beloved rope-work designs of all time (one of my favorites for sure).

Click the button below to visit my Sailor Made Ropeworks store 

and remember, if I'm sold out of what you're looking for, 

just email me (sailormaderopework@gmail.com), 

tell me what you want and I'll get to work!

Woggle Rugs (Sailor/Ocean Plaits/Mats)...

Woggle Rugs 
(aka sailor/ocean plaits/mats):

Woggle Rugs (aka sailor/ocean plaits/mats), were used 
many years ago to place cargo boxes on. The rug was made with 
3-5" line and were much bigger. The rug supplied a cushion and stability for the cargo but it also supplied air flow and absorbed humidity underneath the 
cargo allowing the cargo to stay fresher and drier longer.  
The captain then got the idea in his head that a smaller version 
of the rug would make a great boot mat, so the boot/shoe mat 
was invented using what would have been 1/4" - 1/2" line.

Tim making a Woggle Rug using 1" Manila line.
  

1" Manila Rug (46" long  x  25" wide) 
 $150.00 (2 for $275.00)
  

You can see how beautiful the 1" Manila 
Woggle Rug looks at the front door!

1" Nylon Woggle Rug made with my old Stern Line 
(approx...42" x 24")...$200.00 (Sold Out)

 1/2" Manila Woggle Rug (approx...20" x 12")...$35.00

1/2" class 1 Nylon 8 strand Woggle Rug (approx...30" x 16") 
$135.00 (Sold Out)

1/2" class 1 Nylon 8 strand Woggle Rug (approx...18" x 12") $69.00

1/4" Nylon Woggle Mat (approx. 11" x 6") $30.00

1/4" Amsteel Blue woggle Mat (approx. 9.5" x 5") $30.00

1/2" Polypropylene Woggle Rug (approx...24" x 16") $35.00 

1/4" Polypropylene Woggle Rug (approx...18" x 12") 
$25.00 ***Clearance / discontinued item***

 1/4" Polypropylene Woggle Rug (approx...9" x 6") 
$15.00 ***Clearance / discontinued item***

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Click the button below to visit my Sailor Made Ropeworks store 

and remember, if I'm sold out of what you're looking for, 

just email me (sailormaderopework@gmail.com), 

tell me what you want and I'll get to work!

Bosun's (Kringle) Mat...

Bosun's (Kringle) Mat:

Modeled after the Scandinavian pretzel shaped pastry, the Kringle or Bosun's Mat was used to impress the Admirals in the late 1890's through the late 1930's.

The Bosun's Mat would have originally been made with natural fiber line such as Hemp or Manila and the ships excess mooring line would have been flemished (pictured below) on top of the mat.

  A French chemist by the name of Count Hilaire de Chardonnet  invented the first synthetic rope known as Rayon or "Artificial Silk" which would change the face of rope forever! It wasn't until late 1931 that a man named Wallace Carothers invented the "Miracle Fiber" known as nylon (still the favorite and most widely used rope today)

1/2" Manila line Bosun's (Kringle) Mat (approx...16" x 16") $45.00

3/4" Nylon Bosun's Mat (approx...14" x 14") $55.00 

1/4" Amsteel Blue Bosun's Mat (approx...11" x 11") $35.00

3/8" Poly-Nylon Bosun's Mat (approx...9" x 9") $20.00

1/2" Polypropylene line Bosun's (Kringle) Mat (approx...13" x 13") $35.00

1/2" Polypropylene line Bosun's (Kringle) Mat (approx...7" x 7") $20.00

1/4" Polypropylene line Bosun's (Kringle) Mat (approx...13" x 13") $30.00

 

 1/4" Polypropylene line Bosun's (Kringle) Mat (approx...7" x 7") $20.00
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Click the button below to visit my Sailor Made Ropeworks store 

and remember, if I'm sold out of what you're looking for, 

just email me (sailormaderopework@gmail.com), 

tell me what you want and I'll get to work!

Carrick Bend (Celtic) Plaits...

Carrick Bend (Celtic) Plaits:

1/2" Polypropylene yellow Celtic Mat (Carrick Bend) 
(approx...12" x 12") $30.00

1/4" Amsteel Blue Celtic Mat (approx...6.5" x 6.5") $20.00

 1/4" Manila Line Celtic Mat (approx...10" x 10") $20.00

1/4" Polypropylene Celtic Mat (approx...12" x 12") 
$20.00 ***Clearance / discontinued item***

3/4" Manila Celtic Mat (approx...13" x 13") $40.00

1/2" Class 1 Manila Celtic Mat (approx...9.5" x 9.5") $25.00

1/4" Manila Celtic Mat (approx...6" x 6") $10.00  
  

1/4" polypropylene red & white celtic mat 
(appx...7" x 7") $15.00

1/4" Nylon Celtic Mat (approx...6" x 6") $10.00
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Click the button below to visit my Sailor Made Ropeworks store 

and remember, if I'm sold out of what you're looking for, 

just email me (sailormaderopework@gmail.com), 

tell me what you want and I'll get to work!

Rope Fenders...

Rope Fenders:

Rope fenders (bumpers) are used to protect the side of a vessel beside a dock or another vessel. Unfortunately, rope fenders have become a thing of the past and replaced with inflatable rubber fenders. My Rope Fenders are incredibly durable and will take you back in time. They scream Nautical!  Not only will they last (seemingly forever) but they will look great on your boat or as a nautical landscape theme (indoors, outdoors, home or office).

Rope Fender made with 2" Manila Line. 
This Fender stands approx. 6' from the top of the eye to the base.  
$185.00ea ($700.00 for a set of 4).

Rope Fender made with 1.5" Manila Line. 
This Fender stands approx. 4' from the top of the eye to the base.  
$135.00ea ($500.00 for a set of 4).

Rope Fender made with 1.5" Manila Line with a thimble eye.
This Fender stands approx. 30" from top of the eye to the base.

$150.00ea ($550.00 for a set of 4).

Rope Fender made with 1" Manila Line. 
This Fender stands approx. 3' from the top of the eye to the base.  
$85.00ea ($300.00 for a set of 4).

Rope Fender made with 5/8" Nylon Line. 
This Fender stands approx. 2' from the top of the eye to the base.  
$80.00ea ($300.00 for a set of 4).

 Braided Eye Rope Fender made with 1/2" Nylon Line. 
This Fender stands approx. 20" from the top of the eye to the base 
(this Fender is truly unique) $100.00.

Braided Eye Rope Fender made with 1/2" Polypropylene Line. 
This Fender stands approx. 16" from the top of the eye to the base.
As with the Nylon Fender above, these Fenders are also truly unique. 
$55.00ea (both Fenders $90.00).

The legendary "Rat Thumper" Rope Fender. 
Many years ago, this style of Fender was used to 
kill (thump) rats aboard ship. 
Made with 1/2" Manila Line, this "Thumper" Fender
stands approx. 20" from the top of the eye to the base.  
$45.00ea ($160.00 for a set of 4).

Here's another version of the legendary "Rat Thumper" Rope Fender.  
Made with three 1/4" Nylon Lines (joined together), 
this "Thumper" Fender stands approx. 24" from the top of the eye 
to the base and is among the most popular of my Rope Fenders. 
This Nylon Rope Fender looks great on the boat and also 
makes a great conversation piece at home or at the office as well. 
$100.00ea ($350.00 for a set of 4).
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Click the button below to visit my Sailor Made Ropeworks store 

and remember, if I'm sold out of what you're looking for, 

just email me (sailormaderopework@gmail.com), 

tell me what you want and I'll get to work!