I thought of a project I can't do

[Marthe48]

Remember the string art wall hangings from the 70s? I'd use the thick fiber cables that are used to tie boats to the dock for the main outlines and then thinner ropes for details. The design could be simple, and what I'm thinking of wouldn't interfere with animals, or at least I hope it wouldn't. I'm thinking of shapes like a sailing ship, or a spider's web. If it could be done, might save some trees from being cut.

I'm not spry enough to climb trees and string rope, but it was fun to think of

[cksmithy]

1. I used to make

macrame hanging plant pot holders, wall hangings, necklaces, even a hanging curtain for the opening going into the hall from LR to bedrooms. Hands are too shaky and arthritic. It was fun then, not something I wouldn't even want to try now. My daughters did small string art projects at school in the 70's and 80's. I saved everything, it's probably in a box in the attic, I am always planning on cleaning out, that never gets done. Oh well. It is fun to remember.

[Marthe48]

2. I have friends who made or make macrame, other handwork

But their unique handwork didn't inspire this idea. Years ago, we got about 40 ft. of hawser at a sale for $1. I didn't buy it for any reason other than it was a bargain We tied it between 2 of the massive trees in the yard, and the squirrels have used it as a shortcut ever since. The trees are about the biggest left in the neighborhood and it bothers me that so many trees have been cut in less than 20 years. I noticed yesterday that the rope is in very good shape, even though it is outside year round. As I looked at it, I wondered if the squirrels would use ropes placed at other angles, and the idea of creating large formations rose from those thoughts

I save everything, too. I have projects my kids and grandkids made, such treasures!

[cksmithy]

3. We feed the squirrels and birds in our backyard.

We have made squirrels highways for them to get from our roof top to our trees, and as an escape route from cats and our 100+ year old neighborhood foxes. We moved into our house in 1982 and the trees we have planted now provide plenty of shade and homes for birds and squirrels. We no longer have any dogs or outdoor cats. We take of our wildlife critters by trying to make the safe. We have used a fat rope too, for the squirrels, but as it started to degrade, they tore it to pieces to make their nests (dreys). Our squirrels prefer wood over rope for a quick get away. Your idea reminds me of the 70's and I think it would work, not harm any animals and look good.