Macramé
Knots and Knots of Fun!
Macramé is a form of textile produced using knotting (rather than weaving or knitting) techniques. The primary knots of macramé are the square (or reef knot) and forms of "hitching": various combinations of half hitches. It was long crafted by sailors, especially in elaborate or ornamental knotting forms, to cover anything from knife handles to bottles to parts of ships. Cavandoli macramé is one variety that is used to form geometric and free-form patterns like weaving. The Cavandoli style is done mainly in a single knot, the double half-hitch knot. Reverse half hitches are sometimes used to maintain balance when working left and right halves of a balanced piece. Leather or fabric belts are another accessory often created via macramé techniques. Most friendship bracelets exchanged among schoolchildren and teens are created using this method. Vendors at theme parks, malls, seasonal fairs and other public places may sell macramé jewelry or decoration as well.
Learn more on WikipediaWhat can you make?
The possibilities are endless!
- baby and kids room decor
- chic home decor
- baby products such as pacifier clips and teethers
- wall hangings
- Christmas ornaments
- jewellry
- keychains
- plant hangers
- placemats and coasters
- pillows
And the list goes on!
4 Basic Knots
There are 4 basic knots that can help you get started on making some of your own amazing Macramé pieces.
- Lark's Head Knot
- Square Knot
- Double Half Hitch Knot
- Spiral Knot
Check out the video linked below to learn how to make these knots. All you need are: macramé cord, scissors, measuring tape and something to mount your project while you work (a clipboard works great!).
Learn how to make these knots!Kai Baby Co.
This passion has led me to start my own small business called Kai Baby
Co. While expecting my child, I was inspired to make my own baby goods
and nursery decor. Below you can see some of the macramé items that I
make. To see more, check out the shop Instagram page @shop.kaibabyco 😄
Macramé Teethers 
Macramé Rainbows 
Macramé Pacifier Clips 
Tutorials
Come and join me to learn how to use these basic knots and make some simple pieces. Click on the button below and tell me which item (from pictures above ☝🏾) you are interested in learning how to make. Let's Macrame together!