Macramé is a flexible art form in which designs are created out of rope through hand weaving. By repeating, stacking, and looping basic knots, one can combine and create endless delicate shapes. Recently, with the greater attention given to the personalization and stylization of home decoration, the art of macramé has begun to revive, and there has been a growing interest in finding new ways to integrate macramé aesthetics into the daily lives of enthusiasts. This book introduces you to the preparation, basic knots, patterns, and macramé projects in four parts, from entry-level to more advanced designs. Whether you are a novice or an experienced weaver, you can gain inspiration and unleash your creativity through this book. In these pages, you will:Master the preparation and use of materials and tools and 25 basic knots techniques, with clear computer graphics and step-by-step photos, to help you easily enter the world of macramé.Gain detailed tutorials for 141 macramé patterns, allowing you to appreciate the multiple magical visual effects that small knots can create, helping you open up your ideas and express your aesthetic inspiration through various combinations of knots.Practice broad use of different knotting techniques to create 33 macramé projects that combine practicality and artistry, infused with Chinese aesthetics, including various tapestries, cushions, lampshades, placemats, and other items, with step-by-step visuals to guide you through the creation of ornaments with rich colors and layers.
Enjoy an excellent reading experience, with detailed explanations and high-definition pictures printed on copperplate paper to faithfully reproduce every detail of the works. The flat binding makes it easy for you to follow along. We hope that you will experience the joy of macramé through this book, enjoying a relaxing time of weaving and creating a warm home of your very own.