Macramé - to learn and improve

Macramé - 24 creations to learn techniques and improve , by Amy Mullins & Marnia Ryan-Raison, published by Eyrolles.

This book combines the art of the ornamental knot with delightful contemporary-inspired models that bring this ancient know-how up to date. In order to meet all your desires, we offer you here a wide range of creations, from the simple artistic project to enhance a room to objects that are both decorative and functional to completely reinvent your interior.

This book is aimed at both beginners wishing to acquire new know-how and people wishing to perfect their technique . To do this, you can choose from 24 models divided into 12 pairs: a first project to start, followed by a more sophisticated version, ideal for developing your practice.

These patterns will also give you an overview of the decorative possibilities that macramé holds, whether it is varying the thickness of the thread, enriching its range of colors or techniques to create various textures. You will also find explanations to learn how to tie the different knots , and we strongly advise you to practice them before you start.

For each model, we show you the knots and techniques used as well as the supplies needed, then the procedure to follow, explained step by step. Many detailed photos will guide you in the execution of the knot sequences ; by referring to them scrupulously, you will realize that even the most elaborate models are within everyone's reach .