Macrame Essentials covers several topics you
must become familiar with in order to be
successful in your Macrame projects.
EVERYONE should read through the topics in
this section THOROUGHLY. Except for
the two optional pages, which are in color (blue
and gold).
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.
Click on the images
(or links) to go to the page described:
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.
This page is optional, but recommended.
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
EXPERIENCED artists should try to read it
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.
