Macrame - An Introduction - Stapleford Library - Adult Learning

Stapleford Library and Learning Centre, Stapleford

Date	11 August 2023
Time	10am - 12pm
Venue	Stapleford Library and Learning Centre, Stapleford View venue details
For ages	19+
Group size	5 - 15
Cost	Free

About this course

Macramé is relaxing and therapeutic craft, as it keeps your hands busy and gives your mind time to rest.

This taster session will introduce to hitches and make a keyring / bag charm. This is one of the most useful knots in macrame and can be spotted in many projects

There is no previous experience necessary to complete this course just a wiliness to have a try.

You receive a list of materials once you book the course

Within the course learners will gain an introduction to macrame and have a understanding of;

Macrame knots
Macrame equipment

What will learners achieve by the end of the course?

Develop/improve their eye and hand coordination
Develop/Use counting skills & measuring – Be able to measure requirements of cord for a project
Analyse the benefits of creative activities to improved mental health
Have the understanding of the basic Macrame Knots and be able demonstrate - Larks Head
Have the understanding of the basic Macrame Knots and be able demonstrate – Double Half Hitch
Have the understanding of the basic Macrame Knots and be able demonstrate – Gathering Knot (optional- demanding on finish)

Materials & Equipment Required: (* = essential)

Macrame cord (*) - require 3mm – total of 4.5m (I used a twisted ply style of cord which is easier to work with alternative braid version would be good)
D – shape Key ring (*)

Can be borrowed from tutor in session

Knotting Board (cork or foam mat)
T – Pins
Scissors
Tape measure
Comb and Brush

Suggested reading (available from the library)

Macrame : techniques and projects for the complete beginner

Wilson, Tansy.

Shelf Number: 746.4222043

Booking your place and fee information

To secure your place on the course BOTH the following must be done:

Complete the EVENTBRITE BOOKING.
Complete our INSPIRE ONLINE ENROLMENT FORM for each person attending the course.

You should be redirected to the Inspire Online Enrolment Form after completing the Eventbrite booking. If you are not redirected, please use the link supplied in the Eventbrite booking confirmation email.

To book and enrol on one of our courses, you must have been living in England and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years.

Some exceptions may apply if you are living in England with evidence of the right to remain and are from an EEU/EEAU country (completion of a questionnaire will be required).

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