Macrame

Weekend Makes: Macramé is an inspiring collection of 25 quick-and-easy knotted projects for you and your home. Macramé is one of the most popular craft trends on Instagram right now. With over 5 million posts using #macrame, this versatile textile art is seeing a huge resurgence, and it's time to get on board with this craft revival!

Macramé can be as simple or as complex as you want it to be, making it ideal for crafters of all abilities. It's incredibly simple to get started as there are no specialist tools required and very few materials. Easy to learn and quick to create, you'll see your macramé design emerging in no time.

A collaboration between established macramé artists, the latest title in the Weekend Makes series provides 25 Insta-worthy projects. Each one expertly guides you from start to finish with the help of clear step-by-step instructions and photography, providing expert tips and ideas along the way.

Start by learning the basic knots and you'll soon unlock a world of macramé designs, from classic 70s plant hangers to modern home furnishings and beautiful braided accessories. Once you've mastered the foundation techniques, you'll gradually expand your repertoire of knots, experiment with different colours and types of cord, and learn how to add embellishments, such as wooden beads and feathers.

Projects include: wall hanging, plant hanger, feather lampshade, living wall, bunting, cushion, necklace, cuff bracelet, table runner, wreath, and placemat and coaster set.

AUTHOR: Guild of Master Craftsman (GMC) Publications publishes books which are valued by professional craftsmen and women and enjoyed by keen amateurs alike. Our diverse range of titles covers woodworking, DIY, gardening and all manner of craft subjects, from knitting and sewing to jewellery-making, doll's house, upholstery, paper crafts and more. Our authors are experts in their fields and we take care to produce books that are hardworking and practical, as well as beautiful to look at. From guides and how-to books for beginners to technique-packed, project-based titles, we have something for everyone - no matter what your skill or hobby.

SELLING POINTS:

• 25 simple macramé projects for you and your home
• Projects to suit beginners and more experienced crafters
• Clear, illustrated step-by-step instructions and detailed notes and tips
• Projects include: wall hanging, plant hanger, feather lampshade, living wall, bunting, cushion, necklace, cuff bracelet, table runner, wreath, and placemat and coaster set
• One of the most popular craft trends on Instagram

60 photographs, 50 illustrations