Crafting Your Pool Noodle Flower Float:
Step 1: Preparing the Pool Noodles
Cut seven seven-foot lengths of nylon cord.
Thread one cord through each pool noodle. To make the threading process easier, you can tie one end of the cord to a fishing weight and slide it through the noodle.
Bend each pool noodle into a petal shape and securely knot the cord to hold the shape in place.
Step 2: Arranging the Petals
Lay the pool noodle petals next to each other to determine your desired color pattern. If you’re using multiple colors, arrange them in a visually appealing sequence.
Align the noodles petal to petal, creating the flower shape you envision.
Step 3: Securing with Zip Ties
Using zip ties, secure the petals to each other. Ensure that the ribbed side of the zip ties faces up, and tuck any excess ends between the noodles to prevent scratches.
Step 4: Creating the Flower Center
Take the left end of the cord from one noodle and tie it to the right end of the cord from the adjacent noodle.
Continue this knotting technique around the circle, connecting the left and right ends of the cord for each noodle.
Repeat the process for a second row of knots, and then a third and fourth row. As you progress, the circle will gradually shrink, resembling the center of a flower.
Step 5: Finishing Touches
If any cord strands are sticking out from the top of the pool float, thread them through the center hole and secure them tightly using a zip tie.
Your pool noodle flower float is now ready! Simply toss it into the pool and enjoy a relaxing and whimsical float.
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