| Once you know the
basics, it’s easy to learn Macrame. You can get scrap
pieces of cord and practice each of the knotting techniques
individually, or choose a project from the many free patterns
in this site, and learn Macrame while you are making something.
As you become more and more familiar with how the knots are
combined to form artistic designs, you can create your own
unique patterns.
The Basic knots most patterns call for are listed below.
Just click on the ones you want to learn, or need a review
on. The step-by-step process, with photos, will show up.
I’ve included instructions for tying some unusual
knots as well. Vintage Macrame, as I like to call it, is
a real interest of mine. Some of the knots used in the early
days of this craft are truly unique. Many of these techniques
have been neglected in today’s patterns. Some of them
are a bit more challenging to learn, but definitely worth
the time to do so.
In addition, there are instructions for two other kinds
of decorative knots: Celtic and Chinese. These highly artistic,
complex techniques are not very well known. They are beautiful
and perfect for making handcrafted jewelry and fashion acessories.
I experiment regularly with these, trying to incorporate
them into many of my projects. |
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