Learn how to tie four must-know knots essential to macrame.
Macrame has been a popular craft for centuries, and this decorative knot-tying technique is still beloved today.
Requiring only a few materials, macrame is a great craft project for beginners (including kids!).
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Some examples of good macrame supports include wood dowels, tree branches, and metal hoops.
Once you’ve gathered your supplies, it’s time to practice macrame knot techniques.
Below, we’ll walk you through some of themost common macrameknot types and how to do them.
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The possibilities are limitless!
Here are some of the most common types of macrame knots:
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Bring the end under and around the dowel to create a loop and feed the end through.
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Pull to tighten and even out the ends as needed.
Learn how to create this knot using the step-by-step instructions, below.
The knot will start to turn as you move down.
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How to Tie a Square Macrame Knot
1.
Start with a pair of lark’s head knots.
Bring the far left cord over the two middle cords and under the far right one.
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Bring the far-right cord under the middle two and over the far left.
Don’t let cords twist.
Bring the far left cord under the middle two and over the far right.
Bring the far-right cord over the middle two and under the left one.
Repeat until you reach the desired length for your project.
