Bringing macrame out of the 20th century into the here and now
I have to admit that up until recently macrame would have been at the end of the list of things I wanted to hang on my walls – to me it brought back memories of mildewed brown pieces I found by the dozen in thrift stores when I was growing up. One particular macrame find – an owl made out of twine – comes to mind. But as proof that tastes and trends come full circle if only you give them time (I bet that owl is fetching a pretty penny at some hip vintage boutique right now) I’ve recently found myself with a taste for this (not so) forgotten art.
Case in point – my friend Jess recently bought the most gorgeous wall hanging on Etsy (the one you see below), complete with pops of neon to lend a touch of modern cool. After I saw it I was desperate to know more about how these pieces are created – and was so happy when May of Himo Art agreed to give me the run down. May has done an amazing job of bringing macrame out of the 20th century into the here and now (perfect for recent macrame converts like me) and I’m thrilled she decided to give us a peek at her – what turns out to be pretty complicated – process. Time to brush up on your knotting skills kids!
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May attaches the dowel to the wall - she's using removable hooks because it's a great way to avoid drilling holes in the wall.
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May cuts the rope up into 14 x 4 yard pieces and 2 x 5 yard pieces. She then starts tying the rope in larks head knots, bookending the dowel with the 5 yard pieces (one on each end)
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She covers off a section of the ends of the dowel to paint and add a hint of neon (a woman after my own heart!)
And there you have it, a gorgeous macrame wall hanging. I for one can appreciate the work that goes into these pieces – not a craft for the fainthearted or ham fisted!
Make sure to check out Himo Art for her other amazing macrame pieces.
Top photo by Jess of Ela Hawke Vintage and the rest by May
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what a fab idea – my mum will love this x
Fun decoration! looks really good.
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love how you can personalize this piece!
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Such a cute idea! Will definitely be giving this a go when I am finally free of exams!
xx
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One day, when I have a white apartment, I’ll make a thousand of these đ
Perhaps not as well as May… I’ll try X
oh wow i really admire this! just not something you see everyday and so unique!
I just adore this and need one!! cant wait to whip one up.
Zoe @GypsieSister
Now this is so awesome! It looks easier to do! I am going to do it!
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Wow! You did a great job breaking down the steps. At a larger scale, they would be perfect to hang over doorways – kind of like a stringy curtain screen…
Wow, that’s quite the process. I love the touches of neon! It really makes the piece feel more modern.
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I’d love to have a go at this, they are pretty!
But I suspect it will one of those things I never get round to, I’ll have to check out Etsy.
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How creative!
KBracegirdle
xx
Looks really fun to make! đ
<3 Sharmaine Ruth
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OMG!! I thought the exact same way about them! My grandma makes them in owl form as well! Can you believe it? xD
I think you could even use them as a jewelery holder!
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What a cool end result and I love the idea! xx
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That is SOOO pretty!
I m going to try, thank you, nice post!
STEF, xoxo
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Awesome idea! Those paint touches you added make all the difference đ
This is so cool!
she makes it very modern, it looks way better than the old style.
Amaze!
I would love to have this in my house, worried my cat would jump on it though.
wowzers, not for someone who can’t tie knots.
I think the bits of neon make all the differenc, and that she is using rope and not brown twine.
You’ve got a thing for rope and knots at the moment dont you?
thumbs up!
I just love your ideas, I think when I have more time I may make these to give to friends.
wow i must do it!
yes! i have been wanting to try my hand at macrame and weaving, and this is my green light!
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SO COOL! I did something similar with feathers this past weekend at the Topaz and Arrow event here in DC!
XO Sahra
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Wow! You’re good! This looks great.
what is the final type of knot right above the “fringe”?
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What kind of rope is this and where did you buy it? I searched all over for something like it but everything I’ve found is synthetic and shiny or not thick enough.
Thanks!
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Hi,
I was hoping to find out what knot is tied in the twisted part- with 4 strands. Sorry- clearly a beginner! Also, the knot that is tied at this very end.
Thank you!
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Hi. I ADORE THIS! Just beautiful…. With so many applications! Ă thank you for sharing your gift! Oh, one quick question: what were (roughly) the dimensions of your finished project? I mean roughly.. Just the widest parts horizontally and the longest parts vertically. Just dimensions-ish.
I love what you make. It’s perfect for anyone. Customizable for anyone. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
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Beautiful. Love this piece.
How do you get the double half hitch so neat and straight? Mine seem to go all over the place!
I too would like to know what rope and size you used???