What is Macrame? Macramé is a form of textile art that uses knotting techniques to create decorative crafted pieces like wall hangings, plant holders, jewelry, etc.
What is Macrame?
- It originated as a Persian and Arabic decorative craft dating back centuries using intricate knotting of threads or cords.
- The primary knotting techniques used are variations of square (reef) knots, spiral knots and half hitches.
- Common materials include cotton twine, linen, hemp, jute and other natural or synthetic cords.
- Symmetric patterns are created by repeatedly tying a series of knots and varying the techniques.
- Macramé experienced a resurgence in popularity in the 1970s and remains common in bohemian, artistic and DIY communities.
- Items often incorporate beads, shells, feathers, gemstones or other decorative elements alongside the knotwork.
- It can be used to make everything from wall hangings and plant hangers to clothing, jewelry, bags and home décor accessories.
- Macramé is considered an easy, low-cost craft that allows for creative expression through the textures and patterns achievable through knots.
Featured Course
Macrame for Beginners
Classroom Based, Macrame Course by Malahide Community School Adult Education – Malahide, Co. Dublin
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