CREATIVE GUIDES · CREATIVE CRAFTS DUBAI
Yarn and macramé cord offer different ways to make useful, decorative pieces by hand. Choose a small project first so you can learn the technique without buying more materials than you need.
Knitting and crochet
Yarn comes in different fibres, thicknesses and colour combinations. The yarn label and your pattern should guide your choice of knitting needles or crochet hook. Crochet uses a hook, while knitting generally uses needles.
A simple square, small pouch or scarf is a good way to practise even stitches. Make a sample before starting a fitted item so you can check the size and feel of the finished fabric.
Macramé projects
Macramé uses knots to build a design from cord. Plant hangers, wall hangings and bags are popular project types. Cord thickness affects the scale of the finished piece, so follow the pattern’s material guidance.
A kit can be helpful if it includes the cord, supporting components and instructions for a specific design. Check the contents before ordering, especially if you need a ring, dowel or handles.
Plan before you begin
Choose a project, read the pattern and calculate your materials before cutting cord or starting stitches. Keep labels and a small sample with your work so you can match materials if you need more later.
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