| 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. You can also 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 found in most Macrame
patterns are listed below. Just click on the images of the
decorative knots you want to learn, or need a review on.
The step-by-step process, with photos, will show up. If
you want to learn Macrame, it's important to know how to
tie ALL the basic knots listed.
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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