Course Description

To make a macramé is to __________. I hope by the end of this course you will be able to fill in that blank. Maybe for you, it is to create something new, explore your skills, a time of rest, to work with your hands, decompress from the day, or challenge yourself.

There is a sweetness to knotting up close then stepping back and seeing the beauty before you. Macramé wall hangings bring texture, color, and joy to a space. Even the most intricate designs are made up of a few simple knots that we will learn throughout this course.

For me, to make a macramé wall hanging was to explore my creativity and to be challenged, but for you that could be different. There is no wrong answer; this is your journey through the knots.

Learning how to make macrame is simple, fun, and a great way to express yourself. It can truly bring some personality to your living room or any empty space. Try them on windowsills, floating shelves, or empty ledges in your home.

In this journey, you will not only learn how to make a macrame wall hanging tapestry. You will also learn how to prepare your project from the cord choice to measuring and cutting. We will cover a variety of basic knots to create, and then bring them all together to make a macramé wall hanging. 

This beginner macrame course is perfect for starting out and a great introduction to the world of knots and macramé. By the end, you should be able to start your own macrame project.

Techniques Taught in this Course

• How to choose cord and their differences
• Setting up your workspace
• How to measure and cut
• Knots:
  • Berry knot
  • Square knot
  • Larks head
  • Constrictor
  • Double half hitch knot
  • Cow hitch
  • Spiral knot
• Create a chain of knots
• Create a semicircle design
• Adding fringe
• Bringing two chains together
• Different ways to trim
• Different ways to hang your wall hanging
• Create one small wall hanging
• Create one large wall hanging

Other fun and relaxing ways you can use macrame:

• Make a macrame plant hanger
• Make plant holders
• Make a macrame cord
• Design wall decor
• Create wall hanging macrame

This course is taught completely online through downloadable videos with closed captions for your convenience. Learn how to macrame at your own pace, find joy, and master the lessons and techniques that are displayed throughout the class.