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Free
Macrame Patterns
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MISSION
STATEMENT: Our new mission is to
educate the general public about Macrame. We
also want to provide support and advice to
anyone working on this type of artwork.
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TO ACCOMPLISH OUR GOAL, THIS WEBSITE WILL
NOW FEATURE TWO ONLINE CLASSES. ONE WILL
BE FOR BEGINNERS AND THE OTHER FOR STUDENTS WITH
EXPERIENCE.
WE CONSIDER THIS WEBSITE TO BE YOUR
"CLASSROOM", SO IF CHANGES ARE NEEDED, LET US
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. No selling. Our sites are for education only.
2. No Videos. The information on videos often
clash with what is on this website, which can be
confusing.
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.
5. 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 or supplies needed 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 focuses on making sure each student can
successfully tie and use the most common basic and
vintage knots described in this website.
This education also includes learning Macrame
terms and their meanings, as well as other
important topics.
As you progress in skill, unusual knots will be
added to give you a challenge.
Feel free to practice ANY knot on your own,
especially if you intend to add it to a Macrame
project you plan to make.
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Assignment
1:
TO BE ANNOUNCED September 17, 2024 |
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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 teachers interact and
solve problems. We will 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. |
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Assignment 1: TO
BE ANNOUNCED ON SEPT. 17, 2024 |
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Experienced
students may run into issues when practicing new
knots. Again, that is what the Macrame Learning Center
is for.
You can communicate with other students and the
teacher there, or on the original Facebook page "Free Macrame Patterns" |
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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.
Annette 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 or direction.
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 HAVE PLENTY OF EXPERIENCE.
THE MORE KNOTS YOU KNOW, THE MORE CREATIVE YOU CAN
BE WHEN YOU MAKE SOMETHING!
YOU DON'T IMPROVE BY MAKING PROJECTS POORLY, YOU
IMPROVE BY CREATING PROJECTS EASILY AND FINISHING
THEM NEATLY.
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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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