Textile Jewelrymaking Projects & Information
Find projects and information on macrame, knitting, crocheting, weaving, and other methods of making jewelry using fabrics and fibers.
Beginner's Guide to Macrame Jewelry
Are you wondering what you'll need to make hemp and other macrame jewelry? Here's a look at materials, help for deciding how much cord you'll need, and some knots and projects to get you started.
Hemp Fishbone & Bead Choker
Although the finished look is very intricate, the fishbone pattern is really quite simple to create. If you can tie a square knot, you can make this look. If you don't know how to tie the knot, now is a great time to learn!
Hemp Flower & Spiral Jewelry
Make a macrame hemp spiral and beaded flower choker, bracelet, or anklet. It's so easy, you might want to make all three! I've included instructions for altering the flower pattern and for making a simple bead/loop closure. Great for beginners, kids, teens, or anyone looking to make great jewelry quickly and inexpensively.
How to Tie a Half Knot
Alternating right and left half knots make a square knot. Lots of half knots make a spiral. Learn how to tie this basic macrame and hemp knot.
How to Tie a Lark's Head (Mounting) Knot
The lark's head knot a great knot for hanging stone donuts or pi beads or for attaching metal rings to any type of cord. This versatile knot is very easy to tie (and untie).
How to Tie a Square Knot
The square knot is one of the most basic knots used to make hemp jewelry. The knot is very secure and resists coming undone, so it is useful for more than just macrame. A series (sinnet) of these knots will remain flat and even.
How to Tie an Overhand Knot
I bet you already know how to tie this knot, even though you might not have been sure about its name! Easy and essential.
Book Review - Chinese Knotting
Learn how to tie simple and complex Chinese knots (Chinese macrame) using these detailed step-by-step instructions. Once you know the knots, the projects will walk you through several decorative items, incuding knotted jewelry.
Book Review - Knitting with Beads
Make clothing beautiful enough to be considered jewelry in its own right! Learn several techniques for knitting with beads and make stunning beaded sweaters and accessories. There's something for everyone, with patterns ranging from easy to challenging.
African Design Needleweaving
Try Ginger Sizemore's tutorial to get starting making your own bead and fiber adornments.
Kumihimo Glossary
Makiko Tada explains the meanings of esoteric kumihimo terminology.
Macrame and Fiber Projects
Tammy Powley offers several free macrame, crochet, and sewing jewelrymaking projects.
Macrame Bracelets
Are you new to macrame or pretty sure you've forgotten what you once knew? Try your hand at this easy project.
Making Hemp Jewelry
Get a man's perspective on macrame! John Batt provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions for making your own hemp jewelry.
Needleweaver's Online Class
This lesson can teach you everything you need to know to make your own needlewoven necklace.
