Macramé: denim jacket with clove hitch knots
Learning the Basic Knots
A course by Terri Watson , Fiber artist
About the video: Learning the Basic Knots
Overview
“Let’s get to know the knots! There are literally dozens of knots that can be used to create macramé, but to keep things simple, I will share with you only the knots you will use to create the course project. You will learn them by making them, so if you’re feeling a little intimidated right now, remember that we all started somewhere, and with practice comes proficiency. Now let’s get started!”
In this video lesson Terri Watson addresses the topic: Learning the Basic Knots, which is part of the Domestika online course: Macramé: denim jacket with clove hitch knots. Transform a denim jacket into a stylish piece through macramé! Learn how to tie clove hitch knots with this course..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, we are going to learn the two basic knots that you will need to know to complete the final project. First, we'll start with the lark's head knot. So to get started, you'll need your garment rack, your chosen fiber, again, I'm gonna use the braided, a pair of scissors, and a measuring tape. Okay, so to begin, we are going to cut about a five foot piece of your fiber and attach it to the top part of the garment rack. Do it nice and tight so that it's close. Then you're going to take your scissors and cut six pieces of rope, about three feet each. So I have the measuring tape o...”
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Course summary for: Macramé: denim jacket with clove hitch knots
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Category
Craft, Fashion -
Areas
Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, DIY, Fiber Arts, Macramé, Textile Design
Terri Watson
A course by Terri Watson
Meet the incredibly talented Terri Watson, a published author and innovative fiber artist. At the young age of eight, Terri learned the art of macramé knots from her Grandmother, setting the foundation for her passion and journey in the world of fiber art.
For the past five years, Terri has been pushing the boundaries of her medium, infusing her macramé creations with a mid-century modern touch, inspired by retro color palettes and imagery. Her work has taken her far, including an exciting collaboration with the decor team at the Corona Sunsets Music Festival in Australia.
Terri's creativity knows no bounds, and she proudly introduces the "fucrame," her salacious style that combines humor with knots. As a published author, she penned "New School Macramé: A Contemporary Knotting Manual for Over 100 Fresh Fibre Projects," the first book dedicated to the captivating vertical clove hitch knot.
Terri's artistic journey is marked by innovation, risk-taking, and reaping the rewards of her creativity. She continues to collaborate with esteemed artists and is delighted to share her expertise and love for macramé with you in this engaging online course.
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- Level: Beginner
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