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.

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.

Are you just starting out with the art of making macramé knots and you have no idea where to start or how to make your first design? Are you looking for really cool macramé designs to knot but have no clue which to make? Do you want a simplified, step by step process to creating awesome macramé projects in no time? If so, then read on...

Are you just starting out with the art of making macramé knots and you have no idea where to start or how to make your first design? Are you looking for really cool macramé designs to knot but have no clue which to make? Do you want a simplified, step by step process to creating awesome macramé projects in no time? If so, then read on… Macramé is seen by many as a very difficult form of art. This, however, is untrue, but as a beginner, trying to get a grasp of this art can not only be daunting but can be quite frustrating, which can quickly lead to a loss of interest. Yes, getting the patterns and designs right at first may be met with a stiff challenge as with every other new idea or project we attempt in life. But with consistent practice and with the detailed illustrations discussed in the pages of this book, you will no sooner realize that macramé making is a walk in the park than it has been made out to look. The problem isn't the art itself but the knowledge behind the art, which is what this book seeks to help you obtain. Overall, there is no better way of overcoming a challenge than developing awareness on the subject matter. With this in mind, the biggest limitation to making those exciting and amazing macramé projects is no one but yourself. Wouldn't you want to find out how this limitation can be flawlessly overcome to make those fancy and exciting designs? In this book, Modern Macramé Book for Beginners and Beyond, you can be guaranteed of a step by step guide with graphical illustrations to making some of the most eye-catching macramé designs. You might be seeking to learn macramé for many more reasons than the beauty of art. Whether for commercial profits or recreational purposes, this book is your best tool to achieving your goal. Through the in-depth illustrations discussed in this book, you'll soon learn to make your first macramé knot in no time. There are also some advanced level macramé designs for you in this book should you decide you are fit enough to go beyond the basics. Here is a sneak peek of what you will get from this book. You will; 1. Understand how macramé evolved to become what it is in today's world. 2. Discover the knots and patterns most commonly used to create virtually all the beautiful designs you have come across, with directions on how to make each of them in no time. 3. Get familiarized with the essential tools and materials that you will need to make those magnificent macramé designs. 4. Be able to make awesome, eye-catching macrame projects that are super easy. 5. Be taken through the step-by-step instructions to make your own macramé designs with graphical illustrations for each project to ensure you get excellent results. 6. Be exposed to a cross-section of frequently asked questions posed by most macramé crafters. And a whole lot more! This book isn't just designed for absolute beginners alone but comes with some tips and tricks a veteran crafter would love to make reference to. No matter how long you've spent being a veteran crafter, you sure need this book to spur you to greater works through a cross-section of modern-day macramé art pieces. To begin making those eye-popping macramé designs in no time, get a copy of this book RIGHT NOW

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.

Handmade Woven Art for Beginners & Beyond Indulge your macramé obsession the fun way—by making it yourself! Macramé artist and teacher Natalie Ranae will guide you step by step to create stunning designer art pieces to adorn any space with boho vibes. From contemporary plant hangers to elegant wall hangings to practical home accents such as pillows, rugs and floor poufs, you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to get an impressive result with your very first project. All of the twenty projects include detailed photos and instructions for every step, and each project features a variation at the end that changes the look, for a total of forty potential designs. Featuring a practical guide to common knots and patterns, no other DIY macramé book offers this much variety and instruction for designer pieces. Natalie provides you the knowledge and skills to recreate her pieces exactly as shown, or confidently branch off with your own design. With such beautiful inspiration at your fingertips, the only limit is your imagination.

Are you a lover of DIY arts and crafts? Have you ever found yourself longing to create something of beauty? Do you want to know how to get started with needle felting to create awesome crafts in no time? If so, then read on… Everyone appreciates art. Yes, there may be different ways to express this appreciation and the results of these different expressions are not the same. As a lover of art, you may have heard of needle felting. Needle felting, in a nutshell, is the art of sculpting wool with a special type of needle known as the felt needle. With this craft, you can create basically any kind of DIY project you can conceive; from the most simple crafts to those that are more complicated. Think of anything, and there is every chance you can create such using needle felting. Knowing that you can create a lot of DIY projects through this method is not enough. There are a lot of intricacies involved in the creation of these beautiful projects, and this book is created to walk you through the process of getting acclimatized with this craft - even if you are just a starter. In this book, you will; 1. Know what needle felting is all about and all the information you will need to get started with this craft. 2. Be familiar with the history of needle felting and the therapeutic advantages of needle felting. 3. Understand the basic needle felting terminologies. This will make sure that you have a clearer knowledge of what you are getting into. 4. Discover the needle felting tips, tricks and strategies to help you make the most of your efforts. 5. Uncover the tools and materials you need to have for a successful needle felting project. 6. Get to know a ton of needle felting projects you can start off, even as a beginner, spanning from simple projects like felted buttons to more complicated projects like felted animals. 7. Be able to answer questions that may come up as you needle felt. And a whole lot more! As a creative, you will see that with a little nudge in the right direction, you can unleash the creative juices within and get a lot of projects done. If you are not willing to spend tons of hours online, seeking for useful information on the subject of needle felting and all the things you can do with the craft, then you should purchase a copy of this book RIGHT NOW