Macramé: learn how to make and create beautiful pieces

Macrame is a very old weaving technique, which consists of braided threads and tied in knots. They are mainly used in bed, table and bath linen, clothing, in accessories or decoratively.

Macrame conquered many adepts in Arab regions, in the early days of its existence, mainly in Turkey, but today, its technique is known worldwide and is the subject of many craft tutorials.

Have you always admired macrame pieces and wanted to learn but thought it would be too complicated? Forget it. See tips and tutorials to start venturing into this technique right now!

Macrame for Beginners: First Points to Get Started

The main and most basic macramé stitches are the double knot and festoon stitch. The first is made with 3 strands, one of which is stretched and the other two are braided around it.

The festoon uses only two threads, and the stitch format can vary according to the direction of the weft. Found it a little confusing? See the step by step of the festoon stitch, which is simpler, to better exemplify:

1. Separate a wire or structure that will serve as a guide, leave it vertically;
2. Take another thread, fold it in half and tie it to the base thread;
3. Separate one of the threads tied to the structure, pass it over the base thread, then inside the loop that will be formed, passing it under the base thread;
4. Pull to finish the knot. Repeat;
5. Taking the other yarn that hasn’t been used yet, do the same thing as in the step above: pass it over the base yarn, then inside the loop and pull to complete the knot. Then repeat;
6. Return to the first strand and repeat the process, always tying 2 knots in each strand.

Is it still hard to understand? Check out a video to show you that macrame can be very easy to make, just learn the basic knot technique.

You just saw how simple it can be, just understand the starting points well and the more complex ones will be done more easily.

5 macrame pieces for you to make

Macrame can be used wherever your creativity takes you. Bracelets, mobiles, plant holders, clothes… complete any piece! Learn how to use it on different objects with these tutorials:

1. Simple bracelet

In this video, you can get a good grasp of the technique we’ve already seen. It’s good to train the stitches and still make a beautiful bracelet!

2. Support for plants

Do you want to change the look of your home, but are out of ideas? This piece is perfect for that. With simple techniques and few materials we managed to make an amazing pendant vase!

3. Necklace of stones

No more passing by the craft stall and feeling like it! You can make a stone necklace yourself right now! You will only need scissors, measuring tape, any type of stone and waxed thread.

4. Elaborate bracelet

Now that you’ve got the technique right, you can risk making this bracelet more complex. In addition to being beautiful, she is very different!

5. Decorative mobile

This piece suggestion is a simple and very inexpensive way to decorate your home. It’s also a great option for macramé training. All you need is a stick, fabric cord or string and scissors!

At first it may seem difficult, but with these tips it became much easier. Now there are no more excuses, let’s look for strings and threads at home and get started!

More macrame ideas to inspire you

To finish convincing you to invest your time in learning macrame, see photos of beautiful works made with the technique:

Macrame looks great on clothes.

You can give your plants a new look

Gives grace to any piece

Mandalas also ask for macramé

It may be what you needed to decorate your table

Or bring more snuggle to that rest corner

You can scatter small pieces around

It’s beautiful in all shapes and colors

Looks amazing in accessories

Great to complete that look

And you can use several pieces at once.

Macrame can give light to the decor

And compose even a wedding decor

Embellish the smallest of details!

What are you waiting for? Take all these inspirations, laces and get your hands dirty!