This section contains all the basic and
unique decorative knots you need to make just
about any Macrame project. Above each knot
is a word that describes it, such as Basic,
Vintage, Fusion, etc.
There are more knots here than what you are
likely to use in the projects, so don't feel you
need to practice ALL of them.
BASIC knots
are essential if you are to progress in Macrame.
LEARN ALL OF THEM!
VINTAGE
knots are those popular in the early 1900's, and
are often good substitutes for the basic knots
used today.
FUSION
knots are combination knots that can be useful
in Macrame, but most of them are decorative
knots that can be used alone as simple projects,
like belts, collars, necklaces, ornaments, etc.
HISTORICAL
knots are unique and often very ancient.
They are well worth the effort to learn and use.
UNIQUE
knots are sometimes more challenging than
others, but are good substitutes, too.
CHALLENGING
knots are fun, but require LOTS of time and
effort to create!
UNOFFICIAL
knots have been created by the owner of this
site. They do not yet meet the
requirements to be officially recognized.
NAVIGATION
TIPS: Once you open a page by
clicking on the images or links below, the
instructions come up.
The
small images inside each page can be
enlarged by clicking on them.
The + symbol
above the images below (such as Basic +)
means that a video of this knot is available
in the Free Macrame Patterns Facebook page,
which is where all the videos are located.
Links
to those videos can also be found in Advanced
Macrame on this website.
SELF LEARNING
Most Macrame Patterns are made with the BASIC
KNOTS, so it is IMPORTANT that all BEGINNERS
learn as many as possible.
VINTAGE KNOTS can be helpful to you as well, so
learn them next.
If you have EXPERIENCE,
practice those BASIC and VINTAGE knots you are
unfamiliar with first, then move on to the
HISTORICAL and UNIQUE knots.
GUIDED
LEARNING PROGRAM
Available to members of the Facebook
group "Macrame Learning Center".
Below is a list of recommended knots you
can work on when you practice.
Work at your own pace, getting help and
advice from other members of the group
or directly from Annette Wright
(admin).
Feel free to try other knots that
appeal to you. SOMETIMES LEARNING
COMPLEX KNOTS CAN BE A PROJECT OF ITS
OWN!
Knife Knot (also called Diamond Knot)
Fish Bone Designs
Locking Patterns
Shell Knot
Daisy Design
Empty Diamond
Buttonhole Clasp
Prusik Knot
Drop Loop
Clasped Hands Knot
Linked Overhand knots
Diamond Stitch
Figure 8 Patterns
Ring Knots
Celtic Heart knot
Good Luck Knot
OTHER KNOTS OF INTEREST TO YOU
INDIVIDUALIZED
TUTORING PROGRAM
Available to members of the Facebook group
"Macrame Learning Center".
Those accepted into the program will
receive specific assignments and instructions
directly from Annette Wright, the
instructor.
You will be asked to examine all areas of this
website, so you are completely familiar with
it. Another assignment will be to read the Dictionary
and begin reading the pages in Macrame
Essentials EXCEPT "Cord Measurements", which
is not applicable right now. You may do this
BEFORE your enrollment interview if you wish.
You must obtain the items you need to practice the
knots, which are described below.
BEFORE your enrollment interview, make a list of
the knots you already know and have practiced.
That is one of the questions I will ask you during
the interview.
Choose a project from this website that interests
you, so you have a goal to work towards (in
Macrame for Kids, Macrame Patterns, or
Micro-Macrame sections).
(Optional) Take a look at the ADVANCED MACRAME
page and click on the Facebook Links to view the
videos.
PREPARATION FOR PRACTICE (Applies
to Everyone)
You must obtain the following items
before practicing the knots:
Cord
material, string, or yarn.
Most of the time, you need pieces that are
1 to 2 meters long (1 to 2 yards).
But try to have a few pieces that are
longer.
Inexpensive materials include things like
thin strips of fabric or plastic, shoe
laces,
or knitted items taken apart for the
material.
A piece of
foam, cardboard, or a firm pillow
that will hold pins in the position you
put them in.
You also need at least 20
pins that will work with the board
you are using.
If you prefer to work on knots with the cords dangling,
arrange a long cord horizontally.
Attach it to the wall if possible.
Other items will be described on the
individual pages for each knot.
Many
of the knots listed here in Learn
Macrame come from the
Fusion Knotswebsite.
These
combination knots can be used in a
variety of Macrame and craft projects.
Click
on the image or link to visit the
site. View the knot gallery to
seethe
video instructions.
