Macrame & Knots

Macramé necklaces are commonly made from hemp, a strong, planted-based fiber that holds knots well. Used as a stringing material, hemp twine can be combined with beads to form creative...

Macrame is a craft that uses hemp or nylon cording and various knot tying techniques to make great ideas for the home and personal wear. Hemp or jute cord is the original medium for macrame...

Macrame as a craft is increasing in popularity again after a lull in the interest of the art. During the 60's and 70's, Macrame had almost as large a following as crochet or quilting. Many are...

Macrame and knot tying are popular crafts. The assortment of things you can make with some string, simple knots and beads is quite impressive. Here is beginner's macrame project for making a...

Hemp is an all-natural plant material that is strong yet soft, and it can be made into rope, twine, fabric and paper. Necklaces made from hemp twine are earthy and hip, and are a fun accessory...

Finishing a square knot hemp bracelet is a simple part of process of making hemp jewelry. You simply need to create a knot to slid through the loop that you created at the beginning of the...

Making a macrame bracelet can be as easy as mastering the square knot. You probably have already tied the square knot hundreds of times in your life. So find some nice string and about five beads...

Chinese knots have a long history and profound cultural significance. The word knot in Chinese means "reunion" and "marriage." Chinese knots are often used to express good wishes, joy and...

Macrame is the process of knotting ropes or cords together to make things. What you can make with macrame is limited only by your imagination. Macrame can be used to make useful things like bags...