From knotting a simple spiral bracelet to creating a boho wall hanging--macrame has never been easier or more stylish.In this book, Japanese macrame and handicraft guru Harumi Kageyama presents illustrated step-by-step lessons that introduce you to 28 different knots and 23 innovative projects, including ornamental, wearable, and useful items such as:
- Reusable shopping bags that look chic and cut down on waste
- Knotted handbags and pouches that add a boho touch to any outfit
- An ornamental feather to embellish just about anything
- Spiral bracelets that call back to everyone's favorite friendship bracelets
- Covers to transform glass jars into unique decorative objects for events or home decor
- And more!
While this book offers practical instructions and opportunities to practice what you've learned, it also serves as a resource for inspiration. Once you get the hang of the basics, your imagination and creativity will take over.
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PART 1 WHAT IS MACRAME?: Macrame profile and basic knowledge |
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PART 2 MACRAME BASICS: Let's master square knots |
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Lesson 1 Knotting to create a cord formation |
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Lesson 2 Knotting to form a flat surface |
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Lesson 3 Knotting to form a bag: start knotting at the opening of the bag |
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Lesson 4 Knotting to form a bag: start knotting from the base |
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Lesson 5 Knotting to form a bag: start knotting from the center |
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And more: Other ways of mounting cords and knotting to finish off work |
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PART 3 PATTERN COLLECTION |
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Square knot pattern collection Cord formation patterns |
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PART 4 Some of MY favorite things |
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Make your favorite things! Bracelets Bracelets for layering and wearing in different combinations |
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Bracelets Saami tribe style bracelet and fishbone bracelet |
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Coasters A variety of coasters |
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Hanger Coat hanger covering |
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S&S Motifs Snowflakes and stars |
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Drawstring Pouch (full moon pouch) |
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How to Make Before you start to make your favorite items, here are some things to check |
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Materials and Instructions |
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| Knotting Symbols |
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Harumi Kageyama is a dedicated designer, author and teacher. Her work focuses on upcycling and integrating multiple materials including wire, fabric and wood with knotted cotton and wool. Her teaching focuses on repurposing and recycling the things you already have available around you. She is the author of several innovative craft books in her native Japan--covering everything from weaving on homemade cardboard looms to making useful items with old textiles, wire and wood. www.kageyamaharumi.com
Tomiko Fujisawa provided technical assistance and supervision for the projects in this book. She is the senior managing director of Marchen Art Company, her family business and serves as the secretary of the Japan Macrame Popularization Society. www.marchen-art.co.jp Instagram @marchen_art @hamiko39plus_h
