Modern Macrame


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The ultimate guide to creating and styling modern macramé projects in the home from top creative tastemaker and sought-after macramé artist Emily Katz. Macramé--the fine art of knotting--is an age-old craft that's undergoing a contemporary renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence is Emily Katz, a lifestyle icon and artist who teaches sold out macramé workshops around the world and creates swoon-worthy aspirational interiors with her custom hand-knotted pieces. Modern Macramé is a stylish, contemporary guide to the traditional art and craft of macramé, including 33 projects, from driftwood wall art and bohemian light fixtures to macramé rugs and headboards. The projects are showcased in easy to follow and photogenic project layouts, guiding both the novice and the more experienced crafter in a highly achievable way. Included with every project are thoughtful lifestyle tips showing how macramé can provide the perfect finishing touch for the modern, well-designed home--whether it's a hundred-year-old farmhouse, a sophisticated loft, or a cozy but stylish rental.




Macramé for Beginners


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You need two things to teach an Art: Passion and Technique - This book has both. Get to know Macramé the easiest way and start your first project in one week! Macramé is an old form of knotting that produces intricate works that dates back thousands of years. Its popularity spread throughout the Middle East and Africa, eventually reaching Europe, and the desire to create elaborate designs using the techniques has not waned. Even today, a great many people practice Macramé and create amazing products they use for themselves or sell. This new book on Macramé is an easy and straight-to-the-point guide for beginners that will help you get a quick grasp of the basic knots and techniques involved and build on them, with chapters that cover: ✓ The history of Macramé ✓ How you can make exciting projects for home décor ✓ Beautiful bracelets and necklaces ✓ The knots that are used ✓ The best materials for successful Macramé ✓ How to create your own patterns And lots more… With more than 10 years of experience working on Macramé projects, the author has built up a vast wealth of knowledge on the subject. It is now brought to you so that you can have endless hours of pleasure, designing and creating some amazing products for yourself or others. If you have ever wanted to start Macramé but didn't know how, scroll up and click Add to Cart and this book will take through it step by step!




Macramé for Beginners and Beyond


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Make home décor, jewelry, and more with projects that put a twenty-first–century spin on this age-old craft. Includes photos and diagrams. Discover a fresh new take on the traditional art of macramé, a craft that was incredibly popular in the seventies and is currently enjoying a renaissance. Macramé projects are the best way to bring the current trend for luxe, boho interiors into your home. This book includes on-trend macramé projects for inside and outside the home. Choose from an assortment of projects—with “easy” and “more advanced” versions so you can develop your skills as you go. Learn all the basic macramé knots with the knot tutorial library so you can get started on your favorite projects straight away, whether it’s the ubiquitous hanging plant holder or a stunning statement arch for the garden or a doorway.




Macraweave


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Discover the exciting new craft that brings together two timelessly popular fiber arts to make beautiful, eye-catching pieces for your home. Learn to create stunning woven wall hangings and inject a dose of “bohemian luxe” to your living space. Macraweavecombines the crafts of macramé knotting with weaving to create eye-catching projects that really pop with texture and color. There are eighteen projects to choose from including woven wall hangings, table mats, plant hangers and cushions as well as accessories such as jewelry. All the instructions and projects are illustrated with step-by-step photography.




Macrame Pattern Book


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Learn how to make over seventy macram knots and small repeat patterns, then use them to create a wide range of projects. Each knot is shown in a close-up photograph with clear step-by-step diagrams showing how they are tied. Starting with the basics, the knots progress on to more complicated and complex designs, but the clear diagrams make it a cinch to follow along. This invaluable guidebook covers the different types of threads or cords available, and shows a range of clasps and other findings and beads to use in your knotwork. It also includes tons of expert tips like how to set up your work board or how to keep track of the cord ends for less confusion. Thirty-three projects featured in the book range from simple jewelry like a classic friendship bracelet and watch straps to more complex ones like bags and baskets.




Beaded Macrame Jewelry


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Macramé. Just the word summons up images of hideous 1960s atrocities designed to hang plants. But what was good about macramé in the 1960s is still what’s good about macramé: It’s easy, it’s fun, everybody can do it. And now everybody can get great results, making gorgeous jewelry that’s sure to astonish anyone born before the Reagan era. Best-selling author Sherri Haab takes a completely fresh look at the craft, using fine cords and shimmering beads that are popular with today’s beadwork and jewelry designers. Clear illustrations show how to do 14 simple knotting techniques. Then it’s time to try 22 projects for bracelets, earrings, rings, necklaces, even a belt, a purse, and an iPod pouch--each one stylish, colorful, and easy to create. Beaded Macramé Jewelry is macramé for today!




Mixed Fiber Macramé


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Take Macramé to the Next Level with Simple Weaving Techniques and Colorful Fibers Weave color and creativity into your macramé art with 24 fresh projects featuring on-trend techniques and fun fibers. Ribbons, raffia, roving and more bring an inspired twist to this ever-popular craft, and Chantel Conlon is your guide to this modern approach. She’ll teach you to macraweave eye-catching wall hangings, knot elegant plant hangers with pops of color and make your own stylish home décor, like pillows, rugs and more. You’ll be amazed at just how simple it is to create incredible macramé pieces no one else has seen before. Packed with step-by-step instructions and photos, everything you need to make stunning creations is here in one place. New knotters will appreciate the detailed knot guide, beginner-friendly tutorials and information on how to set up your workspace. Meanwhile, experienced fiber artists will be excited to dive into advanced techniques and a seemingly endless variety of colors and fibers. With a vast array of captivating designs like the Zahra Chandelier, Triple Threat Plant Hanger, Might as Wool Macraweave and Under the Sea Wall Hanging, get ready to have your friends and family gushing over your trendy handwoven home décor.




Macrame


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Macramé Book for Beginners


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Are you a beginner in the art of making macramé and looking for a simplified guide to craft beautiful macramé designs in no time? If so, then read on… Macramé is an age-long method of knotting ropes or cords to craft fashionable and stylish designs for indoor and outdoor purposes. In recent times, this art has regained its popularity as macramé lovers and crafters are constantly springing up creative ideas than the conventional wall hangers and plant hangers. As a beginner, getting a solid knowledge of the concept of macramé to make awesome crafts can be quite challenging at first. However, with constant practice and a well of patience coupled with the explanations provided in this book, you will sooner than later navigate the murky waters of this craft and go on to become an expert in a short time. With this in mind, you are limited by nothing but how much perseverance you can let out to make lovely macramé projects. Aside from taking on macramé as a hobby or full-time activity, wouldn’t you love being able to showcase your designs to your friends, families, and in the art stores? How much more if your crafts can be sold for profit? Great, right? That is why this book, Macramé Book for Beginners, was written; to help you navigate your way to be creative and become a PRO in making macramé designs. Whatever your reason may be for wanting to venture into macramé art, whether for profit-making or recreational reasons, this book is your go-to guide to achieving your goal. Below is a snippet of what you will gain from this book: • History and meaning: This section discusses the origin of macramé and all that it entails. • Benefits, uses, and terminology: You’ll get to know the benefits of making macramé crafts, its uses, and the common terminologies associated with it. • Tools and tips of the trade: A deeper insight on the tools and materials required to get your first macramé project off the ground are discussed. You’ll also be privy to the tips and tricks to help you on your journey to becoming an expert macramé crafter. • Macramé Knots and Patterns: Here, the basic knots and patterns that you need to be familiar with are discussed if you want to be successful in making any macramé design • 13 macramé project Ideas: In here, 13 beginner-friendly macramé project ideas are discussed with step-by-step instructions to guide you in making your first design. • Mistakes and FAQs: Macramé-making mistakes to avoid are discussed in this section and the solutions to correct such mistakes should they occur. Some frequently asked questions macramé lovers typically ask are also covered. And so much more! Excited already? Then waste no further time and grab a copy of this book RIGHT NOW




Micro-Macrame Jewelry


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Micro-Macramé Jewelry, Stylish Designs for Everyday Wear by author and designer Kelsy Eason contains 20 plus knotting projects for the beginner. Her teaching style is simple for the beginner to learn and she adds tips throughout the book to make the experience even more enjoyable. Kelsy uses a variety of fiber materials and beads to create designs that are not only great for everyday wear but allow for personalization by the person making them. From waxed linen to leather lace everyone will find some project to love in this unique book.