Free DIY Layered Macrame Wallhanging Pattern Hello and Welcome.  I have created a free boho macrame wall hanging pattern for you to get your creative juices flowing. This pattern requires only a few macrame knots, it is easy follow and even easier to appropriate into an original design of your own. Feel free to follow to a tee or; mix up your fibres, lengths and explore the fun of fibre art! This is a fun one to start, if you wish to take on a more challenging pattern to flex your fibre skills I have more patterns here. Our macrame patterns have been made by thousands of creat ..read more

Love, Passion and Growth.  by Katrina Pennisi of Handmade by Katrina Being creative is apart of who I am, and if you're reading this... its who you are. It’s how I self-express and share my journey.  It was only 3 years ago when I 'found'  macrame as someone in my life sharply told me to ‘get a hobby’. Before this, I didn’t really know what macramé was or how to even pronounce it, but it looked like a craft that I might be able to make with a little guidance… and as they say, the rest is history. Starting out I purchased some cheap (and what t ..read more

Whilst it may be impossible to pinpoint when the art of weaving began as many ancient examples are too delicate to fully examine, what is known is that once weaving became widely known its use and popularity as a way of creating fabrics has never wavered. Weaving is the most common way to create fabric and is used for many fabrics and items we use today including garments, upholstery, and household items such as baskets. Weaving is function and decorative. It can be used to adorn your walls for aesthetics or to strengthen metal structures for function. Versatile and intrinsically beautiful, it ..read more

Whether you're a knitter or a knotter, you've no doubt used wool yarn at some point in your creative life... or you’re about too! It's useful across all fibre art disciplines due to its long and strong nature, it’s incredible versatility and most notably, the variety of colours and thicknesses it is available in. Most of the yarn you find in stores today is mass produced on industrial equipment, whilst there is nothing wrong with this kind of yarn (it is efficient, and it yields consistent results, which is exactly what you want for some projects) It’s great to dive a little deeper into the lu ..read more

(a bevy of beautiful blue macrame cotton strings pictured above. These and many more available at www.marymakerstudio.com.au) Did you know that we decide if we like or dislike something within 90 seconds? And the first process of elimination is based on colour! It is important to not only understand the value of colour, but how you can use it in your Art. So let's get started! Initially, when we think of the colour we may be transported back to year 7 art class... sitting on those uncomfortable wooden stools trying our best to ignore the hippie art teacher who sm ..read more

Crochet... let's make it modern! In recent years crochet has grown radially in popularity within the fibre community. It’s easy to pick up and you can create a wide range of items wit ha simple few techniques. It is a great hobby to help you relax after a long day at work, or dare i say or.. to allow you a bit of escape from the uncertainty of todays wild world. Once you’ve learnt the art of crochet, there will be no stopping you. Mastering just a few stitches will enable you to complete many different projects, from baby blankets to wearable garments. You can use a wide range ..read more

Crafting handmade macrame art requires skill, patience & know how. Learning these techniques is the fun and fabulous part, and through a variety of macrame tutorials and patterns, you will become confident.. fast! As a macrame artist, you are blessed with the talent to create intricate and unique handmade art pieces however, when it comes to promoting your works of art it can be daunting. If you aren't confident about promoting your self online, you aren't the only one struggling with this. There are many artists out there who don't know how to promote their a ..read more

Macrame for BeginnersWhat do I need to start making macrame? You’ve found your way here as you have a desire to create beautiful art, welcome! I will help you demystify macrame. Macrame has seen a grand resurgence in the last decade as homemakers around the world look to include meaningful artworks in their home that are handmade and hold a story. There is nothing quite like the satisfaction felt when creating art with your own hands, whether it is to be showcased within your own home or to gifted to a loved one, you can feel the love woven into each piece and I promise… once to tie your ..read more

Macrame String, Rope & Cord. What is the difference?  When you're staring out with Macrame, it can be quite overwhelming to choose the correct product.. theres a lot on the market! Don't let this deter you, i hope this little introduction helps you with your selection! I'm going to guide you through the three types available, showing the difference between Macrame String, Rope & Cord.. and what you should use where. braided sash cord, single strand string and twisted rope. The braided sash cord has a multiple amount of strings or threads braided together to c ..read more

Not surprisingly, Macrame has not always been known as it is today. Today our creations are filled with glorious bespoke fibre textiles that spark creativity and mindfulness, true art forms.. and previously it was used for function and practicality, what a shift! Dating back to ancient China, Babylon and The Assyrian Empire, Macrame became a ‘household’ craft due to its functionality, practicality and pleasing decorative form. It was not uncommon in those times for young ladies to learn macrame alongside embroidery and sewing, all skills that were favoured to hold within a worki ..read more