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Macrame Supplies

I recommend you obtain the following Macrame supplies and crafting tools. It’s a good idea to have them readily available when you start any Macrame craft project. Many supermarkets and hardware stores carry arts and crafts supplies, if you don’t already have these items at home.

You will need a table or other work surface. If you plan to work on your project away from home, a clipboard works well. Keep in mind that you may not complete your project in one day. Try to put all your supplies in some kind of organizer, if you can. (The handcrafted organizer shown above can be made to order. If you would like to purchase one, Contact Me.)

Safety Tip: Make sure your work surface is clean and uncluttered. Keep food, drinks, and cigarettes away from the cords. Keep in mind the fact that the cords used in Macrame can injure pets and young children if they get tangled in them.

I highly recommend a Project Board of some type. You can either purchase one, or make one yourself. You can use cardboard, Styrofoam, clipboards and bulletin boards. Ceiling tiles also work, as do firm pillows. The board is primarily used to hold pins. Whichever you choose to use, I recommend it be able to hold tape, as well.

T-Pins as well as long sewing pins are used to secure your work to the board. They’re also used to help control cords while tying certain knots. Binder clips as well as paper clips are useful, too.

Cellophane and/or Masking Tape are essential Macrame Supplies. Pins easily damage leather cord, so I recommend you use tape when working with leather.

The Cross-Pin Technique is another option for you to try, if you prefer not to use tape.

You willl need a pair of small, sharp Scissors. I also recommend you get Needle nose Pliers, especially if you are using beads or small diameter cords. You may also need a pair of Tweezers if you are using fine cords for your projects.

A ruler or measuring tape is necessary. If you have a desk or table dedicated to crafting, attach a measuring tape to the edge of it. That way it’s readily available, and you can’t misplace it.

Glue is used for both preparing cords and finishing your projects. There are different kinds of crafting glue available, some specifically made for jewelry and fabric.

If you don’t have access to a store carrying craft or Macrame supplies, try regular household glue that dries clear. Dilute it with 1 part water to 2 parts glue, so it spreads better.

A jar candle is another necessity, if you are waxing the ends of the cords to prevent unraveling, rather than using glue. See Cord Preparation for details

Safety Tip: Jar candles get hot, so use a potholder. Don’t try to dip the ends of the cords in the melted wax with the candle burning. Blow out the flame first.

If you are using beads, you will need a piece of wire to thread the cords through the holes. Most places that carry beads also carry wire suitable for threading. You can also use fine nylon cord to thread beads, if you don't have any wire available.

Cord, beads, fasteners, rings, and handles are other essential Macrame supplies you may need for the project. They should be carefully selected and near your work area.

Finally, you will need your reference books handy, in case you need to verify that you are doing everything correctly as you work.

This is a new E-book that's out, and it contains a lot of great information:

Learning the Basic Knots
Projects, patterns, and Instructions
How to market your Macrame
Cavendoli Macrame
Finding the best supplies & materials

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