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Quick & Easy Macramé

Quick, Simple and Stylish Small Projects
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Quick & Easy Macramé by Tansy Wilson and Sian Hamilton offers a delightful introduction to the art of macramé. The book is filled with step-by-step instructions and vibrant photographs, teaching readers how to create stunning knots and designs. It's perfect for both beginners and those looking to explore new creative projects in arts and culture.
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If you enjoy creating beautiful and intricate crafts, you'll likely find pleasure in exploring the variety of projects provided by these authors. Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to refine your macramé skills, this book offers step-by-step guides that make the art accessible and enjoyable, fostering creativity and relaxation with each knot and twist.

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Quick & Easy Macramé is a stunning collection of 12 projects for homewares and accessories.

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Delve into the art of mini macramé with 12 projects ranging from home décor to fashion items, perfect for beginners and the more advanced alike. Each project and technique is accompanied by step-by-step instructions, making learning mini macramé quick and stress-free!

The projects range from creating a cute and simple pencil case—ideal for beginners—to beautifully designed animal wall hangings suitable for any children's bedroom, perfect for the more advanced crafter to try. This book will provide readers with hours of creative fun and relaxation.

Quick & Easy Macramé offers a delightful journey into crafting, guided by authors Tansy Wilson and Sian Hamilton, who bring their extensive experience and creativity to the forefront.

Authors: Tansy Wilson is based in Somerset, UK, and has twenty years of experience in the craft industry. She teaches jewellery design at her local Further Education College. Tansy is a regular contributor to GMC's magazines and has also had books published by GMC Publications.

Sian Hamilton has been a designer for over twenty years and holds a BA (Hons) in 3D Design. Introduced to sewing by her grandmother, who was a seamstress, Sian started sewing clothes for herself in her teenage years before progressing to making custom wedding dresses for clients early in her career. She is the author of several books on jewellery making and sewing from GMC Publications and currently lives in Camberley, UK.

Tansy and Sian met at university while studying for a BA in 3D Design. They have both been in the design industry for over 25 years and have collaborated on many magazine and book projects within the craft sector. Together, they aim to combine their creative ideas to introduce a range of simple craft skills to a wider audience. They have also co-authored Macrame and Air-Dry Clay.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784946722

Publisher: GMC Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd

Illustration: 397 Halftones, color; 41 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 104

About the Author

Sian and Tansy met at university doing a BA in 3D design and they have both now been in the design industry for over 25 years. Sian and Tansy have worked together over the years on many magazine and book projects for the craft sector. They like to combine their creative ideas to bring a range of simple craft skills to a wider audience. Sian is the author of several books including Flowers, Wedding Jewellery and Now I Can Sew. Tansy has written several jewellery and craft books including Animals, Earrings and Now I Can Paper Craft. All available from GMC Publications. Mini Macrame is their latest book for GMC Publications. Both are based in the United Kingdom with Sian based in Surrey and Tansy in Somerset.

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