How to Macrame a Pair of Jean Shorts

Like knitting and crocheting, macrame has experienced a revival in the midst of the popularity of textile arts. Macrame is a craft using leather, cotton twine and other materials to make woven designs through a series of knots. There are also a variety of macrame machines available to get the look you want. You can embellish just about anything with macrame designs, even a pair of macrame jean shorts.

Instructions

1. Visit your local craft shop or visit a craft shop online to find a machine to help you macrame a pair of jean shorts. Some machines can be quite costly and prices will vary, so it's a good idea to shop around for the best deal.

2. Sketch a detailed design of how you want your design to look when you macrame a pair of jean shorts. Your sketch will serve as a blueprint for the actual design.

3. Read the instructions of your macrame machine completely before using it. Make sure you have all the supplies you need to macrame jean shorts before you begin.

4. Add your macrame design to your jeans by creating custom designs on your own by hand. Macrame a special trim design to sew along the edges of your jean shorts, or be bold by taking strips of actual blue jean material, knotting it by hand to create a pair of macrame jean shorts that are one of a kind. Enjoy your new look.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice your macrame design with hemp because it's sturdy and easy to unknot.

• Coat the hanging cords of your macrame design with clear nail polish if the fiber tends to fray.

• You can make many macrame designs by using a special board resembling a push pin board.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish