Macrame is the ancient art of knotting. It has been used to create decorative fringes or functional textiles and tools. It's origin is credited to Arabic weavers in the 13th century. They may have created this art to secure the ends of fabrics. Macrame saw a massive surge in popularity during the Victorian era when items throughout the house would be adorned with intricate knotting patterns. It…
How to Make a Square Knot Macramé Bracelet with Soft Flex Wire, Beads and a Button ClaspThis week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, we explore how to macramé using Soft Flex beading wire. We make a beaded square knot macramé bracelet design with Soft Flex beading wire and a button clasp closure.Supplies:Soft Flex .019 Medium Beading Wire - Red Coral2021 Pantone Color of the Year…
This week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I show how to make a woven bracelet using rainbow colored crystal beads, Soft Touch™ and Soft Flex® beading wire on a Mini Macrame Board. This wrap knot technique can be adjusted for larger beads and thicker diameter beading wire if desired. I share a few similar tutorials with different materials at the bottom of this…
This week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I shared how to make a beaded wrap bracelet with round beads and Soft Flex beading wire. These gorgeous 6mm Lapis and Malachite composite bead strands were added online in a limited quantity. They remind of little bead planet Earths, beautiful! Grab a strand while you can. Join the Fun in our Facebook Group Today!Daily "Beadi…
This week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, learn how to make a half knot spiral Macrame bracelet using Soft Flex Beading Wire on a Mini Macramé Board. If you enjoy macramé or are curious to learn how to macramé, this video is a great tutorial of a beginner knot. The colors and beads make a great beading project idea for Valentine's Day accessories! Make a Half Knot Spiral Macra…
