Stasiun Kerja Macrame DIY - Tempat yang Memikat untuk Karya Rajut Anda
The best way to start with Macrame is by first picking out an easy beginner project you would like to recreate, like a plant hanger or small wall hanging.
As a beginner, it can be a bit tricky to figure out and understand how to measure your Macrame cords for a project. By simply following a step-by-step tutorial you can easily prevent making any mistakes and stressing out about wasting your gorgeous supplies.
You can find many beginner-friendly video tutorials on my blog that show you exactly how to start with each Macrame project, including where to buy the best supplies.
Tip: You can slow down a Youtube video by adjusting the playback speed. In your browser, click on the settings icon in the left corner of the video and adjust it to a lower setting between 0.25 and 0.75. In the app, you can click on the 3 dots in the upper left corner of the video to change the playback speed.
What can you make with Macrame?
Once you know the basic knots there are many amazing projects you can make with Macrame. I’ve listed 50 fun Macrame projects in this blog post to get you inspired!
When you’re just starting out with a new hobby, it can be very beneficial (and lots of fun) to connect with fellow beginners for tips and positive encouragement.
What cords to use for Macrame
I love working with Bobbiny Macrame cords. They’re perfect for beginners, eco-friendly, silky soft, and available in tons of gorgeous colors like Mustard Yellow, Metallic Gold, and Wild Rose. But even more important, these high-quality cords make your projects look instantly amazing, even when you’re just a beginner!
If you want to learn more about Bobbiny, which is run by a lovely couple from their cozy factory in Poland, make sure to read my full Bobbiny review of this amazing and sustainable brand.
If you want to find out more about the amazing trendy colors they offer, check out my Top 15 Favorite Colorful Bobbiny Cords and get inspired for your next Macrame project!
Types of Macrame cord
Most shops offer 3 types of Macrame cords: 3-Ply, Single Twist and Braided. These cords are available from 1.5mm up to 9 mm in thickness.
Single Twist Cords: For the Single Twist Cords the soft cotton fibers are all twisted together. Easy to brush out into a gorgeous fringe. Available in 1.5 mm, 3mm, and 5mm.
Triple Twist Ropes (3-ply): The Triple Twist Ropes are made by combining three separate single-twisted parts into a spiral. This firm but soft structure is a real joy to work with and creates a curly fringe. Available in 3mm and 5mm.
Braided Cords: Bobbiny’s Braided Cotton Cords are soft, flexible and the perfect alternative for t-shirt yarn.
Braided cords are not suitable to create a fringe. Available in 3mm, 5mm, and 9mm.
Practice and be patient
Before you start your project, I recommend using some of your Macrame cords to practice the basic knots first.
It will take some time before you figure out the best way to hold & loop your cords and where to place your fingers. If you keep practicing things will speed up really fast. It’s sort of like learning how to play an instrument so having patience really is key here.
Also, make peace with the fact that you will get frustrated and make many mistakes, especially in the beginning.
Luckily, the best thing about Macrame is that you can simply untie your knot(s) and start over. No one will ever know 🙂
BONUS Now that you know how to make the basic knots, you’ll quickly realize that patterns that looked super complex to you at first, are now a piece of cake to recreate!
Use This Pattern to Make a Macrame Purse
This macrame handbag might seem hard to make, but a beginner could complete the project with relative ease since the thread is thicker and the knots are larger. As a general rule, the larger the knot, the fewer you'll have to make. Francesca from Fall for DIY is a pro and designing projects that look good enough to be store-bought, which is evident in this handbag. She happily provides a lot of value to her readers with this free macrame pattern, so be sure to save her page to make your own someday. How to Make This DIY Macrame Tote Bag from Fall for DIY
If you had the time and supplies, you could certainly learn how to knot an entire hammock for your outdoor area. If you do attempt this, make sure your cord is strong enough to withstand body weight. However, you don't need to start from scratch to achieve the look of a macrame hammock. This DIY project from At Home with Ashely focuses the macrame detailing to just the edges. Check out her tutorial to see how she transformed a basic hammock into a more bohemian one. DIY Boho Hammock from At Home with Ashley
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