aka Chinese Knotting
Macramé is a crafting technique that involves weaving and knotting cord to form a pattern.
Although sometimes referred to as 'Chinese knotting', the history of macramé dates back long before it was discovered in China. It is believed to have had originated in Arabia during the 13th century. When the Moors conquered Spain in 711 AD, they brought this artform with them. From Spain, it spread to other European countries. Sailors then picked up on the technique and kept it alive over the years. While out to sea, these sailors would knot thick twine into decorated pieces that could be sold or traded went they went ashore. The technique was first discovered in China through these sailors.
This category contains free how-to information about macramé, project instructions, and picture galleries(papers icon), macramé supplies(thread icon), as well as links to online craft shops offering handmade macramé items(shop icon).
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MacrameSuperstore.com-- Macrame supplies and accessories. We offer the best line of macrame cords including bonnie braid, holly twist and amy cord. Complete selection of accessories including aluminum chair frames, beads, jute, hemp, books, patterns, brass rings, crochet hooks, and project boards.
Real Knots-- How to tie knots in rope. Knotting instructions with clear knot descriptions and drawings.
Hippie's Creations-- Macrame jewelry and accessories and pyrographic art (wood burned pictures).
- September's Child-- Handcrafted macrame art by Elena Springett. Wearable art, plant hangers, wall hangings, car charms and more.
- MacrameSuperstore.com - Free Project Page-- Macrame supplies and accessories. We offer the best line of macrame cords including bonnie braid, holly twist and amy cord. Complete selection of accessories including aluminum chair frames, beads, jute, hemp, books, patterns, brass rings, crochet hooks, and project boards.
Olga's Macrame Hobby Site-- Want to tie your Lucky Knot? This macrame hobby site tells how you can do it! Everything about the beautiful, easy and amusing handicraft of macrame. Contains photo gallery of handmade macrame items, helpful step-by-step instructions and notes, etc.
- King's Kountry Macrame-- Macrame and lawn chair weaving supplies and patterns from King's Kountry, manufacturer of Braided Elegance Macrame Cord.
- Introduction to Macramé-- This page contains an introduction to the craft of macramé and links to my pages showing instructions for macramé knots.
- Knotz Made-- Quality Made to Order Macrame Plant Hangers. All sizes and lots of colors to choose from. Various sales throughout the year.
- Macrame' Bracelet Project-- Dozens and dozens of beautiful, absolutely FREE jewelry/crafts projects! Bracelets, earrings, necklaces and some stuff that will surprise you. We're always adding more, so bookmark it and check back often.
- Chinese Knotting Home Page-- Information and instructions on Chinese knotting.
- Shelton's Macrame-- Enjoy the lost art of macrame with a wide range of quality handmade items from Shelton's Macrame. We offer paper towel hangers and hanging tables and plant hangers. Custom orders are available. Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Macrame Disaster-- The following story is absolutely true. Do not attempt to duplicate the arts and crafts projects depicted within these pages.
- IGKT: International Guild of Knot Tyers-- The International Guild of Knot Tyers is an association of people with interests in knots and knotting techniques of all kinds.
- Sunshine Discount Crafts-- Sunshine Discount Crafts offers Deep Discounts on 14,000 craft supply items. Dolls, clays, beads, macrame, soap making, candle making, and so much more. Check out our Free projects. Serving crafters for over 20 years. Big Selection - Great Service.
- Macrame Owls-- Photo gallery of macramé owls.
- MakingFriends.com-- Macrame Projects for kids and teens.
- Handcrafted by Elaine-- My Web gallery of handcrafted macrame jewelry and wall hangings shows some of my wall hangings, chokers, one-of-a-kind necklaces, Y necklaces, earrings and bracelets, and sterling silver jewelry.
- Carol's Rugs and Supplies-- Macrame cord (Bonnie Braid, Holly Twist, Amy, and lots of discount cords, too), chair frames, patterns for making lawn chairs (including many out of print ones).
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