Macrame is a handcraft that has taken the world by storm. Although on the face of it, it may seem like a relatively new craft, it has its origins in the past. It is a craft that is best in the use of textile materials such as rope and yarn and these are tied in decorative knots to make a pattern that is then turned into beautiful items. Macrame can be used to make everything from plant hangers and wall hangings through to keyrings and even jewellery.
The origin of the craft is not fully known but it is thought to be linked to Arab weavers and then travelled across Europe into Spain and Italy and was then brought over to the UK as far back as the 17th Century. During the era of the 1970s, it was an incredibly popular craft and many homes had decorative items that were on display that were made out of the craft technique.
If you are looking to start making items using macrame you can get a Macrame Kit like the ones that are available from www.woolcouturecompany.com/collections/macrame-kits. These kits are great for beginners as they give you everything you need to complete your chosen project. You can find kits that will help you create key rings and those that will see you making your own wall hanging and dream catcher.
With the bohemian look having made a comeback in both fashion and interior styling now is a great time to get started with macrame. You can use coloured rope, yarns and even strips of material to make your items and once you have mastered some of the basic knots you can start to experiment with the materials you use to find your own unique macrame style.
As well as purchasing some yarns and materials you will also need to think about whether you need to have some metal or wooden hoops in various sizes to help hold your items together. There are also some items such as wall hangings that will need some small wooden poles to help hold the knots in shape. The materials that you choose will reflect your own styling and personality. Once you get started with macrame you will soon be creating beautiful items that you can keep, gift or even sell.
