Macramé

If yes, then keep reading...

First of all, the Real Story:

Macram is a technique or method of manufacturing a textile which uses many knots to shape a piece's basic form and function. Each knot can be created with your hands, and no tools other than a mounting ring are required to keep the item in place.

Macram is a textile type which requires a series of knots instead of the traditional way of weaving or knitting.

The knots are square and form single and double pieces. The craft only provided cheap and accessible materials, such as cotton, hemp, leather or wool, with different beads used to boost the product.

To be known as a Macram , the module should include at least one knot of Macram . In most cases, Macram projects with several knots are split together. In some instances, components can be paired with other techniques such as weaving or knitting.

It is believed that it started with the Arab weavers in the western hemisphere in the 13th century. The leftover wool and fibers on the ends of hand-held blankets, veils and chamois would be knotted into decorative fronts.

This book cover following topics:

• Basic Tools and Materials you need;
• Knot and Techniques;
• All Types of Knots;
• Beginners First 10 Steps DIY;
• How to Create Your Personal Design;
• How to Make 5 Different Bracelet;
• Best Macram Hangings;
• Then.. How to Become a Macram Master, Step by Step;
• Innovative 2020 Uses;
• How To Make a Macram Plant Hanger;
• How To Make a Macram Curtain;
• Last Advanced 10 Steps DIY;

And much more...

What I considered to be fascinating was that the sailors made this famous and were credited with expanding the art form through the ports they stopped into different countries. They carved knives, bottles and other things on the ship and used them to exchange for something when it hit land that they wanted or needed. Around the 19th century, even sailors rendered ceilings and hammocks with a process called "line knotting."

The art of knotting various geometric designs without the use of pins, needles or hoops is also known as Macram .

The Macram 's ability goes back to the 13th century. The Arabic word macram means "fringe." It is understood that Arab weavers started to knot the additional material at the edges of the loamed yarn. This eventually reached Italy and France at the beginning of the 14th and 15th centuries from these sources. Seamen acquired the ability because it was a favorite way to spend a few long hours at sea.

The basic nodes used by the sailors today are the same Macram nodes: a Fourth Knot, Square Knot, and a Half Knot, but with a few more little tricks...