Guided course: Create unique bags with macramé
A course by AMARENATextile artist
A course by AMARENA, Textile artist
Learn to create unique bags with macrame techniques, from design to the final finishes, step by step
Discover the art of creating unique bags through the macramé technique. This course will take you step-by-step through the fascinating process of transforming threads into a personal and functional accessory. Begin by gathering inspiration and creating a mood board to guide your design. Learn to define proportions, choose materials, and shape your idea with detailed sketches and technical sheets. Each step will bring you closer to a bag that reflects your personal style.
Immerse yourself in the construction of the bag's body through knotting techniques, perfecting patterns and edges to achieve a flawless finish. Finally, attach the handles and complete the finishing touches that will give it that professional touch. With each knot and choice, you'll learn to communicate with the fibers, creating a piece that is not only an expression of your creativity but also a testament to your patience and dedication. When you're done, you'll have a macramé bag ready to wear, with a polished finish you can proudly show off.
What will you learn in this online course?
8 lessons & 7 downloads
Introduction to bag design
3 minutes, 7 seconds
Technical sheets and sketch
7 minutes, 21 seconds
Elaboration of the bag: handles
4 minutes, 21 seconds
Making the bag: body 1
18 minutes, 56 seconds
Elaboration of the bag: body 2
9 minutes, 55 seconds
Final shots
5 minutes, 55 seconds
What's included in this course?
You'll learn how to transform a bundle of threads into a stylish macramé bag. You'll begin by exploring how to gather inspiration to create a mood board that reflects your tastes and preferences. You'll discover the fundamentals of bag design, from defining proportions to selecting materials and styles that best suit your personal vision. You'll draw technical sheets and detailed sketches that will allow you to accurately visualize your creation. In the process, you'll master the construction of the bag body, assembling a basic knot structure, and perfecting patterns and edges with practical techniques.
As you progress, you'll learn how to make final touches, securing the handles, and giving the bag professional finishes. Not only will you develop manual skills, but you'll also immerse yourself in an art that combines tradition and modernity, creating unique pieces that reflect your essence. Every choice in the process is an opportunity to express creativity, from the selection of materials to the knotting technique. Upon completion, you'll have a bag that's not only functional, but a personal expression of your style and dedication.
What is this course's project?
The project involves creating a unique macramé bag, guiding the student from initial inspiration and mood board creation to detailed design, bag body construction, pattern and edge development, and finishing touches.
Who is this online course for?
For those passionate about artisanal design, creatives looking to explore the art of macramé, and those interested in creating unique accessories, this course is an opportunity to develop textile skills that integrate style and functionality into their own personalized bags.
Requirements and materials
No extensive prior knowledge is required to begin the course. All you need is cotton thread, scissors, a tape measure, and a comfortable place to work. A little curiosity and a willingness to experiment will be of great help.
Reviews
- 2 months ago
Les explications sont claires mais s'adressent plutôt à des personnes qui connaissent déjà les nœuds de base du macramé. Il aurait fallu choisir une autre couleur que le noir afin de mieux suivre et comprendre les explications, surtout au début d'autant plus qu'Amarena est installée devant une cloison sombre ! J'ajoute que le modèle expliqué dans la video n'a rien à voir avec la photo présentée pour le cours. Déçue !
- 4 months ago
Amei . muito obrigada
- 7 months ago
maravilloso el curso! super claro y con todos los detalles para que no te quede ninguna duda, no puedo esperar para ponerme a realizar mi propio bolso!!
- 7 months ago
O anúncio mostra uma bolsa e o curso ensina outra totalmente diferente. Fora que ainda ensina mal. Péssima experiência.
- 9 months ago
O curso é muito bom, porém eu criei a expectativa que iriam ensinar a bolsa da capa do curso, no entanto, é a mesma bolsa do outro curso que adquiri.. fora isso, foi bem explicado.
AMARENA arose from her interest in natural materials and a desire to keep the tradition of ancestral weaving alive through accessories. Today, Mapi’s brand is committed to fair trade and sustainable production that combines the traditional techniques of Peruvian artisans with carefully designed finishes.
Content
Guided course: Create unique bags with macramé
- Podcast: Embracing Threads: Your First Macramé Bag
- Inspiration technique: mood board
- Introduction to bag design
- Technical sheets and sketch
- Elaboration of the bag: handles
- Making the bag: body 1
- Elaboration of the bag: body 2
- Final shots
- Final project
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to create mood boards to inspire your designs, select fibers and materials, master basic and advanced macramé knots, calculate materials and measurements, create sketches and technical sheets, and finish handmade bags with professional-quality details.
The course is aimed at those with basic knowledge of macramé or handmade design, making it ideal for intermediate learners. Prior experience with basic knots and design concepts is recommended.
You’ll need cotton or jute cords, wooden handles, scissors, multipurpose glue, pencils, sketch paper, inspirational images for the mood board, and a measuring tape. The course specifies recommended types and quantities.
A mood board is a visual inspiration board that brings together images, colors, textures, and materials to define the concept and aesthetic direction of a handmade bag before starting its design and creation.
The main knots are the lark’s head knot, festoon knot, and square knot. Each creates different patterns and structures essential for forming geometric shapes and connecting modules in the bag.
Thick 5mm cotton is recommended for its balance of firmness and flexibility. Thick jute is avoided because it’s stiff and rough. The choice depends on the desired finish, texture, and movement of the bag.
You’ll learn to wrap wooden handles with thread using simple knots and multipurpose glue, ensuring a smooth, durable finish. The course covers how to adjust tension and trim excess thread.