Join macramé artist Alison Pascoe for this in person series of workshops held in the ASTRL Fibres studio. Sharing the methods used in her own practice, Alison will guide you through the fundamental skills of macramé that you can use for future practice. Each session will improve your skills, each project more challenging then the last. This class is suitable for absolute beginners looking for a challenge and for those with a little knot know how, interested in further developing their macramé skills.
Over the course of 4 sessions we will explore the basic macramé knots and techniques needed to create these 3 beautiful projects :
Session 1: A Pair of Macramé Coasters
Monday March 6 ~ 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Cost £35 / Materials included for a two tone pattern (colour options available)
This session will cover:
- Setting Up Your Workstation
- Understanding Materials
- Measuring and Mounting Techniques
- The Square Knot
- The Alternating Square Knot
- Colour Pattern
- Knot Pattern and Density
- Finishing Techniques
- Aftercare
Session 2: A Macramé Plant Hanger
Monday March 13 ~ 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Cost £35 / Materials included in one colourway (colour options available)
This session will cover:
- Setting Up Your Workstation
- Understanding Materials
- Measuring and Mounting Techniques
- The Wrapping Knot
- The Square Knot
- The Spiral Knot
- Knot Pattern and 3D Structure
- Finishing Techniques
- Hanging and Display
- Aftercare
Session 3: A Macramé Tapestry
A) Monday March 20 ~ 6:30pm to 8:30pm
B) Monday March 27 ~ 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Cost £65 / Materials included for a two tone pattern (colour options available)
This session will cover:
- Setting Up Your Workstation
- Planning and Design
- Understanding Materials
- Measuring and Mounting Techniques
- The Larks Head Knot
- The Square Knot
- The Spiral Knot
- The Horizontal Double Hitch Knot
- The Vertical Double Hitch Knot
- Knot Pattern Variations
- Creative Composition
- Adding Colour
- Finishing Techniques
- Hanging and Display
- Aftercare
To get the most out of this course you are encouraged to book all 3 projects although sessions are available to book individually. There will be a discount of £20, deducted at checkout, when you book all 3 projects (applies only once per order)
Location | 412 Woodstock Road, Belfast, BT6 9DR
If you have any questions please email Alison at astrlfibres@gmail.com
Please note: Bookings are non refundable. If you are unable to attend please notify Alison no later than 48hrs prior to the workshop and your payment can be carried over to another available date. Transferring your booking to another person is fine, please notify in advance. Many Thanks.
