Macrame Essentials covers several topics you
must become familiar with in order to be
successful in your Macrame projects.
EVERYONE
in the BEGINNER'S CLASS should read through the
topics in this section THOROUGHLY when they are
assigned.
Macrame is more than simply tying knots.
You need to know how to prepare and finish off
the cords, choose the right beads, and know
which type of cord material to use for each
project.
Each page in this section gives you IMPORTANT
information, so take your time
reading. These topics apply to
creating projects as well as practicing the
knots, which you will spend a lot of time doing.
Students
in the EXPERIENCED Class are encouraged to read
any page in this section you feel will help you
improve your Macrame skills (It's
optional). But there is one page just for
you:
Unless you have a pattern, you may need to
calculate cord lengths on your own, so there is
a page to show you how.
This topic is complicated, so only those people
in the EXPERIENCED CLASS need to read this page
in detail.
Click on the images
(or links) to go to the page you have been
assigned to read:
Macrame
Supplies describes the
items you MAY need to get before you begin
a Macrame project.
Projects boards, tools, glue and other
items are all described on this page.
Part
of learning the Macrame essentials is to
understand the qualities of the different
types of cord materials available today.
Natural
Materials are fibers made
from plants and animals. Jute, Hemp,
Cotton, Flax, Silk and Leather are
described on this page.
Olefin, Polyester, Nylon, Satin and more
are on this page.
The Cross
Pin Technique is a unique
way to secure cords without passing pins
through the material.
FOR
EXPERIENCED STUDENTS, THIS TOPIC IS IMPORTANT
IF YOU INTEND TO CREATE YOUR OWN DESIGNS RATHER
THAN RELY ON WRITTEN OR VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS FROM
OTHERS.
Cord
Measurements describes the
steps for determining how much material
you need for your projects. Macrame
patterns do not always have that
information.
This information is complicated, but
everyone experienced in Macrame should
read this important page at least once.
Cord
Preparation describes
several methods for
treating the cords so they don't fray
while you work with them.
Finishing
Techniques are methods for
securing the cords at the completion of
your project.
This includes instructions on how to make
attractive fringes, as shown in this
image.
Adding
Cords teaches you several
ways to attach new cords to those already
in use.
Decorative
Fasteners gives you ideas
on how to make clasps for jewelry, belts,
and purse straps.
Macrame
Beads gives you information
about the types of beads you can use with
3mm
to 6mm cord materials.
