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Free
Macrame Patterns
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MISSION
STATEMENT: My new mission is to
teach the basic process of creating Macrame
designs, and to provide support and advice to
anyone working on this type of artwork.
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TO ACCOMPLISH THIS GOAL, THERE WILL
NOW BE TWO ONLINE CLASSES. ONE WILL BE FOR
BEGINNERS AND THE OTHER FOR STUDENTS WITH
EXPERIENCE.
I CONSIDER THIS WEBSITE TO BE THE STUDENT'S
"CLASSROOM", SO IF CHANGES ARE NEEDED, LET ME
KNOW.
WHEN YOU NEED SUPPORT TO COMPLETE YOUR PROJECTS OR
ASSIGNMENTS, A FACEBOOK GROUP CALLED THE "MACRAME LEARNING CENTER"
HAS BEEN SET UP TO ASSIST YOU. THE TEACHER
AND THE OTHER STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO GIVE YOU
TIPS AND ADVICE.
The original Facebook Page, "FREE MACRAME PATTERNS" will
be the best place to post photos of your progress,
or of items you want to make, etc. You can
also post photos on the group page.
There are some RULES
that apply to all three sites:
1. Do not try to sell your Macrame artwork. All
three sites are for education only. If you
have SUPPLIES to donate or sell at a low price,
contact the admin/owner with the details.
2. The author of the three sites will be creating
videos for education purposes. Please do not
post other videos without her permission.
3. The owner of these three sites MAY post artwork
or music that inspire and teach, but others should
contact her for permission, so she can preview
what you want to share.
4. For the Macrame Learning Center, only
individuals can join, NOT other groups. But
we welcome any groups to come visit our sites and
to view our information.
THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS STILL WELCOME HERE,
EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT INTERESTED IN OUR
CLASSES. YOU CAN USE AND PRINT
MATERIALS FROM THIS SITE AT NO CHARGE.
BE SURE TO READ AND ADHERE TO THE TERMS OF USE, WHICH CAN BE
FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF EVERY PAGE.
NAVIGATION TIPS FOR CLASSES:
Over 250 pages and 14,000 photos are
available in this website to help you learn
a large variety of knots. You will
then have opportunities to put those knots
to use and to combine them into beautiful
works of art.
To Navigate this new "classroom", certain
colors will be used to guide you.
THIS PINK COLOR IS FOR GENERAL COMMENTS.
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about the Beginner's Class will be shown
in light blue. |
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Information
about the Experienced Class will be shown
in yellow. |
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related information will be shown in green. |
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ALL
STUDENTS WORK AT THEIR OWN PACE AND THERE
ARE NO DEADLINES YOU MUST MEET.
PRACTICE AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE AROUND YOUR
SCHEDULE.
THE ASSIGNMENTS CHANGE ONCE A WEEK
(Sunday nights) so the best day to view
them is MONDAY - WEDNESDAY.
You can, of course, skip assignments as
needed for your schedule. Keep in
mind that the assignments don't repeat,
and you may need to contact Annette to ask
what you missed.
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SUPPLIES
NEEDED:
1: In order to practice the knots, you need
a supply of 1 - 2 yard cords. You can use
any type of material, including thick yarn
(wider than worsted weight).
The best material for practicing are SHOE
LACES or something of similar width.
Strips of fabric and cotton string are also
good options.
2: You will also need something that can
hold pins upright, such as thick cardboard,
foam, a firm pillow, etc.
Clipboards can also be used.
3. You also need straight pins of any type.
4. Another option for securing cords while
you work is to attach one cord horizontally
to a wall. When you practice, attach
the cords for the knot to the one on the
wall and tie the knots with the cords
hanging down vertically.
The images in the Learn Macrame section show
most of the knots being tied on a surface,
so the knots tied vertically will look
different from the images. |
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BEGINNER'S MACRAME
CLASS
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The Beginner's
Class is 3 - 5 months long, and focuses on making
sure each student can successfully create and use
the most common basic and vintage knots described
in this website. The length of time for the
course depends on how much you practice the knots
at home.
This education also includes learning Macrame
terms and their meanings, information about the
materials used, how to finish off projects neatly,
how to prepare cords for knotting, etc.
As you progress in skill, unusual knots will be
added to give you a challenge.
Feel free to practice ANY knot on your own, which
will give you more options when creating your own
Macrame designs, a goal you should be working
towards.
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Special
Assignment: Choose whatever knot
you want to practice.
Or you can read other pages, take a
break completely, or watch the new
videos.
Relax and Have Fun!
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Beginners should go to the Macrame Learning Center
if they have ANY difficulty with an assignment, have
specific questions or concerns, etc.
That is where students and teacher interact and
solve problems. We will all do our best to
help you learn the knots more easily if you are
having issues.
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Don't hesitate to
contact the teacher by email if
needed. That is the most PRIVATE way
of communicating with her.
To all the students in my BEGINNER'S CLASS:
Learn to Love All
Types of Knots!
Share What You
Learn, and
Have Fun! |
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EXPERIENCED MACRAME CLASS
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Right now, the focus of your class will be to
review the basic and vintage knots in case you
have forgotten how to create them (refresher
course).
Some of the knots assigned are very unique and
work out really well in Macrame projects.
Remember that you do not need to complete the
assignments quickly. Take as much time as
you need to MASTER the knots, so you can do them
without the instructions.
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Special Assignment: Practice a knot
of your choice, or simply relax this
week.
The Mariner's Braid video will be coming
soon, so you can try that if you wish.
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Experienced students may run into issues when
practicing new knots. That is what the Macrame Learning Center
is for. You can communicate with other
students and the teacher to ask for help or advice.
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IF THE
ASSIGNMENTS WILL NOT WORK WITH YOUR
SCHEDULE, ask your teacher to give you a
list of knots that are part of the
refresher portion of the class.
Practice each one and when you can tie all
of them, you are ready for a project.
It's best if you choose a project from this
website so you can get guidance from the
teacher. She created and wrote
tutorials for everything on this website, so
is the best person to give you advice and
help.
You do have the option of using a tutorial
from somewhere else, or just doing a project
without one. In fact, I recommend you
just come up with your own designs, since it
encourages you to connect the knots in
unique ways. |
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Here is a picture of
a Macrame project that is
one-of-a-kind. "I would not be able to
make another one, or be able to write a
tutorial, because it was designed without
any plan and had a very unique shape."
To everyone in my EXPERIENCED CLASS:
Put your
heart in all that you make!
Make your
projects uniquely your own!
Teach what
you know! And Have FUN!
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Making Progress in Macrame Classes
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Once you are finished practicing the ASSIGNED
knots and are comfortable with them, it's time to
create
something!
You can of course continue learning more complex
knots, which can be a project of its own.
Combining knots and coming up with your own
designs is also a lot of fun and quite
challenging.
BEFORE creating something, you SHOULD
CONSULT WITH THE TEACHER to be certain you
are ready to make the item chosen. Some
projects require more knowledge than others.
Below are examples of projects suitable for
Beginners and Experienced students. You can
see others in the following sections:
MACRAME
FOR KIDS
MICRO-MACRAME
MACRAME
PATTERNS
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THE SYMBOLS and COLORS ON THE IMAGES
INDICATE THE DIFFICULTY OF THE PROJECT, BUT IT
DEPENDS ON THE SKILLS OF EACH STUDENT. WHAT IS
EASY FOR ONE STUDENT IS HARDER FOR ANOTHER.
SO BE SURE TO READ THE ENTIRE PATTERN TO
DETERMINE IF IT IS RIGHT FOR YOU!
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Micro-Macrame
contains projects using fine materials,
which makes them more challenging than
usual.
Most of the time, Experienced students
will be able to successfully create
them. Beginners may find them
difficult.
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Macrame
Patterns contains projects
for home decorating, gifts, organizing and
more.
There are patterns for plant hangers,
fashion items, and holiday decorations you
can print and create.
Page contains both beginner and
experienced level projects.
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In Macrame
for Kids you'll find
small projects that can be made by
children and adults.
These are great projects for
beginners, and for family craft
activities.
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THE MOST IMPORTANT
CONCEPT TO BE LEARNED IN THESE CLASSES IS THAT
SUCCESS
MATTERS! IF
YOU GET DISCOURAGED, YOU WILL NATURALLY
WANT TO GIVE UP.
AT FIRST, CHOOSE PROJECTS THAT ARE
EASY. EVENTUALLY YOU WILL BE ABLE TO
CREATE THE MORE CHALLENGING DESIGNS.
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TO BE
SUCCESSFUL IN MACRAME REQUIRES PRACTICE, MORE
PRACTICE, AND PLENTY OF PATIENCE! I
RECOMMEND YOU KEEP LEARNING MORE AND MORE KNOTS SO
YOU GAIN EXPERIENCE FOR KNOT TYING IN GENERAL.
THE MORE KNOTS YOU KNOW, THE MORE CREATIVE YOU CAN
BE WHEN YOU MAKE SOMETHING!
YOU DON'T IMPROVE BY MAKING MANY PROJECTS, YOU
IMPROVE BY CREATING A FEW PROJECTS THAT ARE NEAT,
WELL FINISHED, AND APPEALING.
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By
printing any text or images on Free Macrame
Patterns, you are agreeing to our Terms
of Use.
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