Today was a fun day in the sun. We cleaned out the back storage compartment of the boat, sorted all our rope and anchors, and made rope mats and baggy wrinkle. That's right. We made baggy wrinkle. What is baggy wrinkle you ask? It is an anti-chaffing gear that sailors use on their boats so that their sails don't rub on their rigging.
Here is a step by step guide to making your own baggy wrinkle (trying saying it ten times fast) in case you ever take up the life of a sailor.
1) Baggy wrinkle is made from old used rope. You cut it into six inch lengths and separate each strand until you have a good amount of rope. Just like in the picture below.
2) You loop each strand onto two lengths of whipping twine.
3) Finally you tie off your ends and wrap the finished product around your rigging and say good-bye to chaffing. It's as easy as 1,2,3. And a great way to work on your tan .
We are planning a trip to the Bahamas before I fly home (there was a fire on one of the islands and we are going to bring some aid to the families that were affected) so it will be a great opportunity to test out our baggy wrinkle. I'll try and post a picture of it up before we leave.
Almost the same as making a tutu...or UR says people have surgery for baggy wrinkle. Looking forward to seeing you soon. We are hosting Seasons this weekend and you will be missed. Safe travels <3 ab
ReplyDeleteHannah, You look SO sunkissed:) And I love those baggy wrinkles! Your life is never dull, my friend. We landlubbers look on you with a wee bit of envy. Prayers with you and your family as you give support in the Bahamas. The Millers rock!
ReplyDeleteBev, we should merge our talents and make Baggy Wrinkle tutus ;) We miss you guys tons. Have fun with seasons and say Hi to everyone for us.
ReplyDeleteLaura, You're such a sweety. Someday you are going to have to take a vacation and come see us down here(You would have to bring your notebook and pens though, I need you to keep writing).