How to Macrame: The Essential Guide to Macrame Knots and Techniques

by Dorothy Wood

Overview

Be inspired by the creative art of macrame! In this comprehensive guide, expert author Dorothy Wood makes it easy to master macrame in no time! Learn all of the basic knots with clear diagrams, step-by-step instructions and photographs before developing your skills with more advanced techniques such as adding beads. Test your skills with simple project ideas throughout and then, at the end of the book, you'll find three stylish pieces of macrame jewellery to make - rhinestone bracelets, a beaded necklace and a beautiful brooch.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781446306697
Publisher:	David & Charles
Publication date:	12/30/2016
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	8.25(w) x 10.75(h) x 0.14(d)

About the Author

Dorothy Wood is an expert beader, craft designer and author who has written over 20 craft books on a variety of subjects and is a regular contributor to numerous craft magazines. Her recent titles for David & Charles include the bestselling The Beader's Bible (2008), Crystal Jewellery Creations (2010) and The Bead Jewellery Bible (2011). In 2012 Dorothy became the first UK Ambassador for Swarovski Elements.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Essential Equipment

Techniques

Knotting Basics

Macramé Basics

Square Knot Variations

Multistrand Macramé

Half-hitch Variations

Adding Beads to Macramé

Finishing Techniques

Projects

Rhinestone Bracelets

Beaded Necklace

Macramé Brooch