Basic Macramé: Knot Nature-Inspired Tapestries
Learning the Knots 2
A course by Rachel Breuklander , Fiber Artist
Joined February 2022
Joined February 2022
About the video: Learning the Knots 2
Overview
“Let's see the rest of the knots and techniques we will be using. I recommend practicing each of these knots until you feel comfortable with them before attempting your project. ”
In this video lesson Rachel Breuklander addresses the topic: Learning the Knots 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Basic Macramé: Knot Nature-Inspired Tapestries. Learn the fundamentals of macramé to create landscape-inspired wall hangings step by step, from the basic knots to the final styling.
Partial transcription of the video
“ Learning the Knots The next knot that I will show you is called the wrapped square knot. This is the technique that we'll be using to introduce color into our tapestry. For this knot, you will need a colored string. You'll tie the colored string around a filler cord. In this case, we will tie it around this natural-colored rope. For this project, you can tie it around as many cords as you prefer. I recommend tying the knot around at least two hanging strings, but you can go up to four hanging strings. This is the wrapped square knot. The technique is very similar to the square knot. The o...”
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Course summary for: Basic Macramé: Knot Nature-Inspired Tapestries
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Areas
Macramé, Textile Design
Rachel Breuklander
A course by Rachel Breuklander
Rachel Breuklander is a modern fiber artist and the founder of The Lark’s Head. After taking up macramé as a creative hobby in 2016, she began exploring the possibility of turning it into a career through private commissions. Merging her passion for the outdoors and textile art, she created her first landscape-inspired collection in 2019, which garnered attention and helped her grow a solid following. She later branched out into teaching to help budding textile artists develop their skills through workshops.
In addition to handcrafting custom decor for private clients, Rachel has published her own book, Nature Macramé, where she shares over 20 projects and reveals her techniques. She also sells eco-friendly macramé supplies and DIY kits to make this craft accessible to others.
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