Category: Macramé
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Does Macramé Cord Shrink?
Macramé cord can shrink, particularly when it is made from cotton or another natural fibre and becomes wet. The amount of shrinkage varies between products. It can be affected by things like the cord material, how it was made and whether it was washed or treated before being sold to you. Synthetic cords such as…
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What Is a Macramé Board?
A macramé board is a firm work surface used to hold cords in place while you tie knots. The cord can be secured to the board with pins, clips or notches, helping to stop the project from moving around as you work. What Is a Macramé Board Used For? A macramé board can help you…
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What Are Macramé Dowels?
A macramé dowel is a straight rod used to support a hanging macramé project. Lengths of cord are attached to the dowel before knots are made. The dowel holds the cords in place and provides a straight top edge for the finished design. What Can You Make with a Macramé Dowel? Dowels are commonly used…
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Easy Macramé Projects For Beginners
Macramé is a flexible craft that uses knots to make decorative items. If you are a complete beginner, you don’t need to start with large wall hangings or other complicated patterns. Instead, smaller projects are best you allow you to learn the basic knots, plus they use less cord and take less time to finish.…
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What Are Macramé Hoops Used For?
Macramé hoops are circular frames used as a base for decorative macramé projects. The cord is normally attached around the hoop using lark’s head knots or another simple attachment method. Knots, patterns and loose fringe can then be added inside or beneath the frame. What Can You Make with a Macramé Hoop? Hoops can be…
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How Much Cord Do You Need For Macramé?
Knowing just how much cord to use for macramé can be quite confusing when you are getting started for the first time. This is because it’s not really obvious how much will get used up by knots and fringe, let alone mistakes. Whilst something like a small keyring might only need a short piece of…
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What Cord Do You Need For Macramé?
Choosing which type of cord to use for macramé can be an overwhelming choice for complete beginners. The good news is that you don’t need lots of supplies to get started. Macramé cord comes in different styles, materials, and thicknesses. For most beginner projects, a medium thickness cotton cord is a good place to start.…
