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Learn Macrame
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To learn Macrame, you must be able to tie a
variety of knots. You can use scrap pieces of
material and practice each of the decorative
knots individually. You can also choose a
project from the many free patterns in this
site, and learn Macrame while you are making
something easy.
As you become more and more familiar with how
the knots are combined to form artistic designs,
you can create your own unique projects, without
relying on 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. The step-by-step process, with
photos, will show up. As you learn Macrame,
practice tying ALL the basic knots listed, so
you understand the patterns in the other
sections.
To learn Macrame properly, I
recommend that ALL beginners practice each of
the knots, patterns, or designs at least
twice, before making any project.
I've listed some unusual knots as well.
Vintage Macrame, as I like to call
it, is a real interest of mine. When I first
began to learn Macrame, I didn't know about some
of these decorative knots. Those featured in the
early days of this craft are truly unique, and
you don't find them in more modern Macrame
books. These decorative knots are
indicated by a + symbol.
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Chinese Macrame uses a variety
of symbolic knots. Some have been around for
over 2000 years. Entire families would work on a
variety of combinations to form new combination
knots. These techniques are quite challenging to
master. But if you follow the step-by-step
process for each of the individual Chinese
knots, you will progress in skill and be able to
combine them into your own works of art.
In addition, there are instructions for Celtic
Knots. These highly artistic,
interwoven designs are not very well known. They
are beautiful and perfect for making handcrafted
jewelry and fashion accessories.
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Several of the knots I have listed here
in Learn Macrame are to be found on the
Fusion Knots website ,
designs by JD Lenzen.
These knots can be used in Macrame, and
are actually combination knots using
different techniques. They can be used
for jewelry, key chains, purse straps,
and a variety of other projects.
Click on the image to visit his
website, which has a knot
gallery containing video
tutorials.
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Here's the key for the terms above the images:
- UPDATED = New information,
images, or knots added to existing page
 = Recently added - CHALLENGING = Requires
experience and plenty of patience!
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SQUARE KNOT DESIGNS
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HALF HITCH DESIGNS
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LARKS HEAD DESIGNS
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MOUNTING & FINISHING KNOTS
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UNIQUE DECORATIVE KNOTS
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BRAIDS and BARS
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CHINESE MACRAME KNOTS
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CELTIC KNOTS
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any comments about the Learn Macrame section? Contact
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ONE STOP MACRAME SHOP
- Learn the Basic Knots used in
Macrame
- Projects, patterns, and Instructions
- Finding the best supplies &
materials
- How to Market your Macrame
- Cavendoli Macrame
Click on the image for more
information
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PRISCILLA BEAD WORK BOOK
Make Beautiful Victorian Beaded Purses,
Jewelry and Accessories with this great
E-book.
Learn about Bead Knitting, Bead
Crochet, Bead Embroidery, Using Seed
Beads properly, Beading Methods,
Stitches, Knots, and MUCH MORE.
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