A blog about all things macramé
Are your square knots coming out looking wonky, misshapen, or uneven? Well you’ve come to the right place! The information to follow will help you learn how to tie square knots like a pro so your macramé projects come out deserving of display in the most magazine-worthy homes. Whether the goal is to be able […]
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Braids or plaits can form beautiful, interlocking patterns in your macramé projects. If you’re searching for a way to build interest, especially in a long column section, braids or plaits are a brilliant solution. They can be used for the hanger and columns of plant hangers, form two columns that come from each side and
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I know, I know, macramé may be a fabulous mindful activity, but it’s not physical exercise. However, I want this space to be abundant with information about how to reduce your stress and improve your mental health. And regular exercise is an integral part of staying healthy mentally. (Anyway, we can always make cute macramé
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There’s something fascinating about the unique twists and turns, knots, and unusual shape of driftwood. A macramé piece that incorporates an interesting piece of driftwood will truly be one-of-a-kind. No one will be able to exactly recreate the raw beauty of that particular piece of driftwood. But how do you clean and prepare the driftwood
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One of the more common questions I get asked is where to buy macrame supplies. Especially since I sell digital PDF patterns, people want to know where they can get the particular macrame cord and accessories I use. So I thought I’d create a blog post of the suppliers I use, the suppliers who I
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I’ve never really liked the look of tassels. I thought they were outdated and ugly. But, while looking for ways to use up the growing pile of cord offcuts I had, I decided to try making macrame tassels. And I couldn’t be more pleased with the result! Now I’m brainstorming all the ways I can
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What exactly is recycled cotton macrame cord and how is it made? Where does the recycled cotton cord I buy come from? What does it mean when macrame suppliers claim “made in an ethical trade factory who are also protective of environmental issues”? These are some of the burning questions I’ve had floating around in
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If you’re anything like me, you meticulously keep all the offcuts from completed macrame projects with the intention of using them…but almost never actually do! My containers of offcuts have been piling up for some time now. So follow along with me and learn how to make beautiful macrame feathers, while using up some of
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Building a business focused on a craft that you’re passionate about can be a super-exciting time, but it can also seem a little daunting. Making the product is just the beginning. There are so many aspects of running a business you need to learn along the way, and online sales can (more often than not)
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Macramé is one of those crafts that’s perfect for learning at home. It’s quiet, relaxing, mindful, and relatively easy to master once you get the hang of a few basic knots. The fibre art of macramé has made a resurgence over the past few years, so there seems to be no lack of macramé books
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