Ecolution, Inc.
PO Box 697
Santa Cruz, CA 95061
USA
EUROPEAN HEADQUARTERS
Ecolution SRL
Str. 1 Decembrie 1918 nr. 90
400325 Cluj Napoca
Romania
www.ecolution.com
© 2005 ECOLUTION®
NORTH AMERICAN HEADQUARTERS
Pure Hemp
for a natural world
pure hemp
for a natural world
Hemp is a valuable natural resource with
tremendous benefits for the planet as
well as the customer. Historically it has
been a very important fiber for fabrics,
cordage, and thousands of other
products worldwide. Today ecolution®
is producing a wide range of premium
quality hemp products. This catalog
features our fabrics, twines, ropes, fibers,
webbing, and some small accessories.
Our fashion, home, bags, and footwear
are presented in our other catalogs and
on our website www.ecolution.com.
ecolution® has become the world
leader in hemp twine and cordage,
because we offer the very finest quality
and a broad and diverse selection. We use
only the best fibers, processed with the
utmost care to produce the cleanest
yarns. Our focus on producing superior
quality hemp cordage and twines has
made these products a fundamental part
of our line.
ecolution® offers two basic types of twines:
fine unwaxed twines and waxed twines. Our
fine twines evolved from our use of yarns in
our weaving operations. We found that we
could give a particular twist to multiple
strands of fine yarns to create a twine that
needs no wax because it has no short fiber
fuzz. The smooth and consistent quality of
the twine results from our use of only the
longest and cleanest hemp fibers available.
It is strong, yet soft, making it easy to work
with for crafting and jewelry and
comfortable to wear. Our waxed twines are
very clean, smooth, flexible, and consistent
in diameter. This is due to the quality of the
yarns, the care in twisting, and the new
waxing technology which evenly applies a
premium quality wax, presses it deeply into
the fibers of the twine, and then scrapes of
the excess. Both the waxed and unwaxed
twines are available in many colors that have
been expertly yarn dyed with ecologically
sound fiber-reactive dyes. These dyes
provide superior performance with rich and
lustrous colors, strong colorfast properties,
and deep penetration of the yarns.
we manufacture all of our products from naturally processed romanian fiber.
to begin with, we grow much of our hemp organically. from there it is processed
by mechanical methods which preserve the integrity of the long and strong
fibers. this is quite different from the heavy chemicals that are used in chinese
hemp fiber processing to pulp and cottonize the fiber. because of our natural
processing, we can offer you much stronger and more ecologically responsible
hemp fabrics. over the past decade ecolution® has evolved to the point where we
can offer you the most comprehensive and high quality selection of hemp
products available in the world today.
ROMANIAN
CHINESE
Comparison of Romanian
and Chinese hemp fibers.
Note the short, broken
character of the chemically
pulped Chinese hemp fiber.
ecolution® has also been the North
American leader in hemp ropes for nearly a
decade. Our ropes are made with tightly
twisted high quality yarns, and and are
offered 11 diameters ranging from 4mm to
90mm.
pure hemp – for a natural world
1-2
hemp
facts
Hemp fiber both insulates and
conducts, allowing one to stay
warm in the winter and cool in the
summer. It is also hypoallergenic
and comfortable to wear.
Hemp grows well without
herbicides, fungicides, and
pesticides.
Hemp is the strongest and longest
natural fiber, and it is also the most
resistant to weather, mold, salt water,
and sunlight. Its durable nature
makes it an excellent choice for
everything from rugged
sportswear to just about any
outdoor use/application.
Hemp cultivation actually
improves the condition of
the ground, making it
an excellent crop to
use in rotation.
Hemp fabrics have
a rich and natural
texture and
appearance and
are supple.
Hemp fabric provides the
garment wearer better
protection to UV radiation
than any other natural fiber.
Hemp twine performs very well
for macramé and other crafting
because it makes attractive and
firm knots.
George Washington
grew hemp.
Hemp twine is excellent for gardening
and landscaping. Unlike many other
fibers, hemp is round by nature. As a
twine it is easy to work with and does
not cut plants or the hands tending
them. It is also fully biodegradable.
pure hemp – for a natural world
3-4
waxed
twine
TW8B305
48# Test Waxed Beading Twine
Pre-packs: 5 pack | Strands: 4
Diameter: 1.5mm | Weight: 160g ±
Lenght: 305' | Color: natural
Case size: 100 balls
TW9A
170# Test Waxed Beading Twine
Pre-packs: 5 pack | Strands: 3
Diameter: 3mm | Weight: 250g ±
Lenght: 110' | Color: nat
Case Size: 100 balls
TW9B
170# Test Waxed Beading Twine
TW7A325
20# Test Waxed Beading Twine
Pre-packs: 5 pack | Strands: 3
Diameter: 3mm | Weight: 500g ±
Lenght: 220' | Color: nat
Case size: 75 balls
Pre-packs: 10 pack | Strands: 2
Diameter: 1mm | Weight: 82g ±
Lenght: 325' | Color: nat
Case Size: 150 balls
TW7C200
20# Test Waxed Beading Twine
Pre-packs: 5 pack | Strands: 2
Diameter: 1mm | Weight: 50g ±
Lenght: 200' | Color: nat
Case size: 100 balls
KNOTTING TIP #4
TW10A
100# Test Waxed Beading Twine
Pre-packs: 5 pack | Strands: 3
Diameter: 2.2mm | Weight: 195g ±
Lenght: 200' | Color: nat
Case size: 75 balls
5-6
pure hemp – for a natural world
Half Knot Sennit
A continuos chain of half knots will
produce a twisting effect. After about
four knots, the sennit will begin to twist
in the opposite direction from which the
knot was started. A full twist requires
about eight knots. These knots should
be tied very tightly.
TWD7/200
20# Test Waxed Dyed Beading Twine
Pre-packs: 5 packs
Assorted pre-packs: all 9 colors
Strands: 2 | Diameter: 1mm | Weight: 50g ±
Lenght: 200’
Colors: bk, bl, gn, or, pu, red, tur, wh, yo
Case Size: 50 balls
KNOTTING TIP #5
Left ((2)Right) Handed Square
Knot
First, make a left-handed ((2) right-handed)
half knot. Now bring the cord on the right (or
left) over the anchor cords and under the lefthand cord ((2) right-hand cord). Pass the
left-hand cord ((2) right-hand cord) under
the anchor cords and up through the loop on
the right ((2) on the left). Gently pull the
knotting cords to tighten.
TWD-SK7PACK
20# Test Waxed Dyed Beading Twine
waxed
twine
Pre-packs: 9 skeins/pack
Strands: 2 | Diameter: 1mm
Colors: bk, bl, gn, or, pu, red, tur, wh, yo
KNOTTING TIP #6
Square Knot
The good news is you already know how
to make the first half of this knot.
Remember, a square knot is made up of
two half knots. Once you’ve tied a half
knot, all you need to do is to make
another
pure hemp – for a natural world
7-8
fine
twine
TW6C400
Fine Beading Twine
(Long fiber, Uwaxed)
Pre-packs: 5 pack | Strands: 6
Diameter: 0.8mm | Weight: 80g ±
Lenght: 400' | Color: nat
Case size: 50 balls
TW3B300
Fine Beading Twine
(Long fiber, Uwaxed)
Pre-packs: 5 pack | Strands: 3
Diameter: 0.4mm | Weight: 31g ±
Lenght: 300' | Color: nat
Case Size: 50 balls
TW6B200
Fine Beading Twine
(Long fiber, Uwaxed)
Pre-packs: 10 pack | Strands: 6
Diameter: 0.8mm | Weight: 40g ±
Lenght: 200' | Color: nat
Case size: 75 balls
TW12B200
Fine Beading Twine
(Long fiber, Uwaxed)
Pre-packs: 5 pack | Strands: 12
Diameter: 1.2mm | Weight: 80g ±
Lenght: 200' | Color: nat
Case size: 50 balls
KNOTTING TIP #1A
Lark’s Head Knot
Fold a knotting cord in half. Pass the looped
end of the knotting cord behind the holding
cord, from the top down. Bring the loose ends
of the knotting cord over the holding cord and
through the loop. Tighten.
KNOTTING TIP #1B
Vertical Lark’s Head Knot
A knotting cord is looped twice around a
vertical anchor cord in this variation. Bring the
knotting cord over the anchor; loop it around to
the top and down. The second loop goes under
the anchor, around to the top, and down.
pure hemp – for a natural world
9 - 10
fine
twine
TW3/6/12 KGN
Fine Beading Twine
(Long fiber, Uwaxed)
Pack Type: spool | Strands: 3/6/12
Diameter: 0.4/0.8/1.2mm | Color: nat
Case Size: 25kg
TW3/6/12 KGW
Peroxide White Fine Beading Twine
(Long fiber, Uwaxed)
Pack Type: spool | Strands: 3/6/12
Diameter: 0.4/0.8/1.2mm | Color: wh
Case Size: 25kg
BC2
5mm Braided Cord
Pack Type: spool | Lenght: 50m
Diamater: 5mm | Color: nat
KNOTTING TIP #2
Double Alternating Lark's
Head Sennit
BC1
3mm Braided Cord
This popular knotting pattern is worked
by intertwining two alternating Lark's
head sennits. The illustration shows the
pattern worked around two anchor
cords.
Pack Type: spool | Lenght: 50m
Diamater: 3mm | Color: nat
pure hemp – for a natural world
11 - 12
fine
twine
TWD6/200
Fine Dyed Beading Twine
(Long Fiber, Unwaxed)
Pre-packs: 5 packs of balls | Assorted pre-packs: all 11 colors
Strands: 6 | Diameter: 0.8mm | Weight: 40g +/- | Lenght: 200'
Colors: bk, bl, bn, bu, gn, gy, red, pu, sky, wh, yo
Case Size: 50 balls
TWD-SK6SORT
Fine Dyed Beading Twine
(Long Fiber, Unwaxed)
Pre-pack: Dozen packs of skeins
Strands: 6 | Lenght: 30' | Colors: Assorted
Case Size: 144 dozen packs
TWD-SK12SORT
Fine Dyed Beading Twine (Long Fiber,
Unwaxed)
Pre-pack: Dozen packs of skeins
Strands: 12 | Lenght: 30' | Colors: Assorted
Case Size: 144 dozen packs
KNOTTING TIP #3
TWD-SK3SORT
Fine Dyed Beading Twine
(Long Fiber, Unwaxed)
Pre-pack: Dozen packs of skeins
Strands: 3 | Lenght: 30' | Colors: Assorted
Case Size: 144 dozen packs
Left-Handed Half Knot
Pass the left-hand cord over the anchor
cords and under the right-hand cord,
leaving a little loop on the left. Pass the
right-hand cord under the anchor cords
and up through the loop. Gently pull the
knotting cords to tighten.
pure hemp – for a natural world
13 - 14
KNOTTING TIP #7A
KNOTTING TIP #7B
Square Knots with
Interchangeable Anchor and
Knotting Cords
Alternating Square Knots
Alternating your anchor cords with your
knotting cords, between square knots,
creates an interesting pattern. You might
also try this if your knotting cords are
getting used up too fast.
This very popular technique offers all
sorts of interesting pattern variations. In
the typical arrangement, the first row of
square knots is made in the usual way.
The first and last two cords of the
second row are floated. The third row is
knotted the same as the first.
TWD3RAIN/300
Fine Rainbow Beading Twine
Strands: 3 | Diameter: 0.4mm
Weight: 30g ± | Lenght: 300'
Colors: bk/wh, bl, brt, gbn, gn, mut,
olv, pu/bl, and ra spectrums
Case Size: 25 balls
TWD6RAIN/200
Fine Rainbow Beading Twine
Strands: 6 | Diameter: 0.8mm
Weight: 40g ± | Lenght: 200'
Colors: bk/wh, bl, brt, gbn, gn, mut,
olv, pu/bl, and ra spectrums
Case Size: 25 balls
TWD12RAIN/200
Fine Rainbow Beading Twine
Strands: 12 | Diameter: 1.2mm
Weight: 80g ± | Lenght: 200'
Colors: bk/wh, bl, brt, gbn, gn, mut,
olv, pu/bl, and ra spectrums
Case Size: 25 balls
pure hemp – for a natural world
15 - 16
TWDRAIN-SK3PACK
Fine Rainbow Beading Twine
KNOTTING TIP #8A
Pre-packs: Dozen packs of skeins
Strands: 3 | Lenght: 30'
Colors: bk/wh, bl, brt, gbn, gn, mut,
olv, pu/bl and ra spectrums
Case Size: 144 dozen packs
Half Hitch
The half hitch is the first half of the
double half hitch. It may be used in any
of the ways the double half hitch is used,
but it is not often used by itself, since is
just a single loop.
KNOTTING TIP #8B
Horizontal Double Half Hitch
TWDRAIN-SK6PACK
Fine Rainbow Beading Twine
Pre-packs: Dozen packs of skeins
Strands: 6 | Lenght: 30'
Colors: bk/wh, bl, brt, gbn, gn, mut,
olv, pu/bl and ra spectrums
Case Size: 144 dozen packs
The anchor cord is held taut over the
knotting cords in a horizontal direction.
The knotting cords are then looped twice
around the knot- bearer to form double
half hitches.
TWDRAIN-SK3
Fine Rainbow Beading Twine
Pre-packs: Dozen packs of skeins
Strands: 3 | Lenght: 30'
Colors: bl, brt, gn, mut and pu/bl spectrums
Case Size: 144 dozen packs
TWDRAIN-SK6
Fine Rainbow Beading Twine
Pre-packs: Dozen packs of skeins
Strands: 6 | Lenght: 30'
Colors: bl, brt, gn, mut and pu/bl spectrums
Case Size: 144 dozen packs
17 - 18
pure hemp – for a natural world
beading
kits
BK3
Beading Kit - square knot style
Czech glass beads, twine, instructions and
diagrams for simple flat style of macramé
(for 1 chocker and 1 bracelelet)
BK4
Beading Kit - Lark's knot style
Czech glass beads, twine, instructions
and diagrams for simple flat style of
macramé (for 1 chocker)
BK5
Beading Kit - spiral style
Czech glass beads, rainbow twine,
instructions and diagrams for complex
spiral style of macramé (for 1 chocker)
BK6
Beading Kit - square knot style
Czech glass beads, twine, instructions
and diagrams for simple flat style of
macramé (for 1 chocker)
19 - 20
pure hemp – for a natural world
Rope Specification Sheet #1
Length/kg weight
Length/coil-spool
Weight/coil-spool
#
Item
type
mm
Diameter
inches
m
ft
m
ft
kg
lbs
HR90
HR60
HR40a
HR40b
HR30
HR20a
HR20b
HR16a
HR16b
HR12a
HR12b
HR10a
HR10b
HR8a
HR8b
HR6a
HR6b
HR4a
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
90
60
40
40
30
20
20
16
16
12
12
10
10
8
8
6
6
4
3½
2 3/8
1 9/16
1 9/16
1 3/16
¾
¾
5/8
5/8
½
½
3/8
3/8
5/16
5/16
¼
¼
3/16
0.24
0.40
1.30
1.30
2.29
4.00
4.00
6.00
6.00
11.0
11.00
16.50
16.50
27.00
27.00
47.00
47.00
83.00
0.79
1.31
4.27
4.27
7.50
13.00
13.00
20.00
20.00
36.00
36.00
54.00
54.00
89.00
89.00
154.00
154.00
272.00
12.0
12.0
13.0
26.0
32.0
12.0
28.0
18.0
36.0
22.0
55.0
33.0
82.5
27.0
108.0
47.0
141.0
83.0
39.4
39.4
42.7
85.3
105.0
39.4
91.9
59.1
118.1
72.2
180.5
108.3
270.7
88.6
354.3
154.2
462.6
272
50
30
10
20
14
3
7
3
6
2
5
2
5
1
4
1
3
1
110
66
22
44
30.8
6.6
15.4
6.6
13.2
4.4
11.0
4.4
11
2.2
8.8
2.2
6.6
2.2
HR90
HR 4-90
Hemp Ropes
Diameters available (in mm):
4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 30, 40, 60 and 90
Rope Specification Sheet #2
Item
Product
Pack
#
Type
Type
HR90
HR60
HR40
HR30
HR20
HR16
HR12
HR10
HR8
HR6
HR4
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Rope
Coil
Coil
Coil
Coil
Coil
Coil
Coil
Coil
Coil
Coil
Coil
No. of strands Nominal mass Breaking load Exact diameter
4
4
4
4
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
m/kg
Lbs
inches
0.2
0.4
1.3
2.3
4.0
6.0
11.0
16.5
27.0
47.0
83.0
81230
26400
8580
5940
4092
2728
1914
1540
803
404.8
215.6
3.54
2.36
1.57
1.18
0.79
0.63
0.47
0.39
0.31
0.24
0.16
Note: We only sell rope in the full spool or coil. We will not cut rope into smaller lenghts.
Due to the fact that hemp is a natural fiber unit sizes of our rope vary, so it is sold by weight.
HR60
HR16
HR12
HR20
HR40
Conversion Factors
mm to inches: 0.0393
kg to lbs: 2.2
m to ft: 3.281
HR30
ropes
HR10
HR4
HR8
HR6
pure hemp – for a natural world
21 - 22
fun & pets
DC1
Braided Twine Dog Collar – Small
Twine: TW10 | Dimensions: 1" x 16"
Colors: nat, bk, nat combined with bl, gn and pu
DC2
Braided Twine Dog Collar – Large
Twine: TW10 | Dimensions: 1" x 21.5"
Colors: nat, bk, nat combined with bl,
gn and pu
DL1
Braided Twine Dog Leash
Twine: TW10 | Dimensions: 0.75 x 60.5"
Colors: nat, bk, nat combined with bl, gn and pu
GS2
Vegan Guitar Strap – Leather Free
Fabric: HWHWC1 | Dimensions: 2" x 53"
Colors: bk, bl, gn, nat
23 - 24
pure hemp – for a natural world
fun & pets
HS1
Footbag – Two Panel Type
AVAILABLE COLORS
FOR FOOTBAGS
Fabric: HFHB1
Dimension: 2" diamater
Colors: bk, bl, bu, gn, nat, pu,
red, ro, tur, tye-dye, yo
HS2
Footbag – Eight Panel Type
Fabric: HFHB1
Dimension: 2.5" diamater
Colors: bk, bl, bu, gn, nat, pu, red,
ro, tur, tye-dye, yo
HS3
Footbag – Two Panel,
Larger Type
FR1
Hemp Camping Frisbees
TYE DYE
Fabric: HFHB1
Dimension: 2.75" diamater
Colors: bk, bl, bu, gn, nat, pu,
red, ro, tur, tye-dye, yo
Fabric: HFC1
Diameter: 8"
Colors: bk, bl, bu, gn, nat, pu, red, ro, tur, yo
ECOLUTION®
logo artwork
People
artwork
Free Tibet!
artwork
Tribal
artwork
FR2
Hemp Camping Frisbees
(with original artwork)
Fabric: HFC1
Diameter: 8"
Colors: bk, bl, bu, gn, nat, pu,
red, ro, tur, yo
pure hemp – for a natural world
25 - 26
fabric &
fibers
HF1
100% Hemp Semi-processed
Long Fiber
Pack Type: 110 pound bales or loose bundles
Product preparation: scutched but not combed
HF3
100% Hemp Banded & Drawn Sliver
Pack Type: Drawing spool
Pack size: 800 gm (+/- 20%)/sold by weight
Product preparation: finely combed, banded
and drawn
WEB1
1" Hemp Webbing
Pack Type: 50m coil
WEB2
1.5" Hemp Webbing
Pack Type: 50m coil
WEB3
2" Hemp Webbing
Pack Type: 50m coil
WEB4
3" Hemp Webbing
Pack Type: 50m coil
HY1
100% Hemp Weaving Yarn
Pack type: weaving cone
Pack: 1kg (+/-20%)/sold by weight
Yarn Size (nm)*: 10
* Yarn size (nm) number refers to the lenght
(in 1000's of meters) per kg of the yarn.
pure hemp – for a natural world
27 - 28
HF14W
100% Hemp Fabric – 6.5oz
air finished linen-like fabric
Weight (per sq yard): 6.5oz
Width: 58” (±5%)
Yarn/sq inch (warp): 41
Yarn/sq inch (weft): 37
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Warp 14/1
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Weft 14/1
Pack Size (length of roll): 50yards (±10%)
HFHWC1
100% Hemp Fabric – 17oz
heavyweight canvas
(waterproofed)
Weight (per sq yard): 17oz
Width: 57” (± 2%)
Yarn/sq inch (warp): 25
Yarn/sq inch (weft): 22
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Warp 5/2
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Weft 5/1
Pack Size (length of roll): 50yards (±10%)
HFHWC2
100% Hemp Fabric – 14oz
heavyweight canvas
Weight (per sq yard): 14oz
Width: 58” (±3%)
Yarn/sq inch (warp): 20
Yarn/sq inch (weft): 18
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Warp 5/2
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Weft 5/1
Pack Size (length of roll): 50yards (±10%)
HF16W
100% Hemp Fabric – 6oz
air finished linen-like fabric
HFHWC4
100% Hemp Fabric – 14oz
burlap-like canvas
Weight (per sq yard): 6oz
Width: 58” (±5%)
Yarn/sq inch (warp): 42
Yarn/sq inch (weft): 37
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Warp 16/1
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Weft 16/1
Pack Size (length of roll): 50yards (±10%)
Weight (per sq yard): 14oz
Width: 59” (±5%)
Yarn/sq inch (warp): 13
Yarn/sq inch (weft): 13
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Warp 2.5/1
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Weft 2.5/1
Pack Size (length of roll): 50yards (±10%)
fabric &
fibers
all of our fabrics are made from
100% eco-fibers. all of our fiber is
processed entirely by mechanical
means without any chemicals
whatsoever.
HFJ1
100% Hemp – 10oz Fabric
twill
HFC1W
100% Hemp Fabric – 10oz
air finished canvas
Weight (per sq meter): 474.68 gm
Width: 147 cm
Yarn / sq centimeter (warp): 6.84
Yarn / sq centimeter (weft): 6.05
Yarn size (nm)*/strands: Warp 16/2
Yarn size (nm)*/strands: Weft 14/1
Pack Size (lenght of roll): 50yards (±10%)
Weight (per sq yard): 10oz
Width: 58” (±5%)
Yarn/sq inch (warp): 39
Yarn/sq inch (weft): 32
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Warp 10/1
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Weft 10/1
Pack Size (length of roll): 50yards (±10%)
HFHB1W
100% Hemp Fabric – 13oz
herringbone
Weight (per sq yard): 13oz
Width: 42” (±5%)
Yarn/sq inch (warp): 46
Yarn/sq inch (weft): 28
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Warp 10/1
Yarn Size (nm)*/# strands: Weft 10/1
Pack Size (length of roll): 50yards (±10%)
HFSH2
100% Hemp – 20oz Fabric
heavyweight canvas fabric
Weight (per sq meter): 678.11 gm
Width: 147 cm (±5%)
Yarn / sq centimeter (warp): 4.54
Yarn / sq centimeter (weft): 3.75
Yarn size (nm)*/# strands: Warp 10/4
Yarn size (nm) / strands: Weft 10/2
Pack Size (lenght of roll): 50yards (±10%)
pure hemp – for a natural world
29 - 30