the foot Stool
Welcome to my wonderful world of macrame, friend!
Based on your results, you are advanced in macrame and very keen to try new & more complex projects!
your macrame super power, access your match project, & more
You have mastered the basic knots, you have done the classic projects and now you are looking for more fun, challenging and complex projects.
Let's unleash your creativity and I am here to set a challenge for you, add your own stamp to the projects I'll be sharing with you!
Let your creativity free!!!!
Tell me more!
I can feel your excitement to experiment with more complex macrame projects!
-Elizabeth Gilbert
"A creative life is an amplified life"
creativity
For a macrame artist, every creation is a testament to their creativity and skills.
Each project presents a unique set of challenges, whether it's tackling intricate designs, overcoming creative blocks, or adapting to unexpected twists along the way. As a macrame artist you have to embrace these challenges as opportunities for growth, pushing the boundaries and unlocking new levels of artistry.
Only with determination and a relentless spirit, you can navigate the complexities the art of knotting offers us as you up-level your skills.
It is through these challenges that as a macrame artist you can shine, transforming challenges into triumph and weaving your artistic vision into breathtaking masterpieces.
Your At-A-Glance Guide
you bring creativity into this world with your macrame 'ACC' SUPERPOWER
challenge
Macrame is a beautiful medium that allows your creativity to flourish and express your unique personality and style.
It offers a wide range of knots and techniques that can be combined in countless ways. Experiment with different knots, patterns, materials, vary the spacing, and create your own unique variations. Let your hands express your inner creativity as you knot your designs.
Remember that macrame is not just a technical craft; it's an art form that allows for intuitive expression. Trust your instincts and let the process guide you. Allow yourself to enter a state of flow, listen to your intuition and let it guide your hands as you create macrame masterpieces.
Alchemist
Enter the realm of the macrame artist, where knots and threads become the alchemical ingredients for artistic expression.
Like a skilled alchemist, you blend colours, textures, and patterns. With each knot, you infuse your creations with magic and purpose, channeling your unique vision into tangible form.
Through your hands, simple strings are transmuted into beautiful and sometimes intricate pieces that capture the imagination.
The macrame artist, as a creative alchemist, creates a symphony of beauty, enchantment, and boundless possibilities with every knot and turn of their craft.
your personalized macrame journey
While knotting away put the volume on to....
Born to run Bruce Springsteen
Girl on fire Alicia Keys
Cover me in sunshine Pink
Your best friend for this project is the: NOTEBOOK
Your notebook is where you keep record of your ideas, the sketches, the note for projects you have made. Is where you can download your creative thoughts with no boundaries.
Some ideas will turn in realiry, other will simply live inside the pages of your notebook.
If you were a flower you would be...
Delphinium
Seeking the light.
Delphium is popular garden flower, tall & beautiful they stands out from the crowd.
You are in the Waning Moon phase!
With a solid foundation of basic skills, your passion and love for macrame are propelling you to new heights of creativity and mastery.
Feel the excitement as you embark on new quests to expand your macrame skills and express your creativity.
A prompt for you to journal on:
How do you envision your macrame journey in 3 years from now? What do you desire?
the foot STOOL COVER
your match project
The footstool cover- this projects is a perfect example to use to experiment with styles, sizes and materials.
1. You get to try a macrame project that is not a conventional shape and it's 3D
2. Ask yourself, how can you make this design yours? What can you add? What can you change?
3.It makes a perfect home decor and you can use your still to amend the pattern to fit you footstool.
Hello there!
Meet Isabella, your macrame matchmaker guide!
BEFORE WE GET TOO FAR INTO THIS…
Be assured that I am not only qualified but committed to providing you with tailored insights that are specific to your needs and where you're at in your macrame journey and how to get to where you wanna go.
But first, let me share a bit about myself on a personal level…
I am an Artist, Mentor, Mother, Author, Educator, and Speaker. As an avid traveler, I have an ambitious dream of seeing the Earth from space (yes, it's a bit crazy!).
Having previously excelled as an international interior designer, my heart was captivated by the art of macrame in 2016. Since then, my mission has been to empower women to awaken their creativity through the mindful art of knotting. I've even penned three delightful macrame books along the way.
As a mentor to busy and creatively-driven women, I guide them in turning their abundant ideas into profitable businesses. With my guidance, they can navigate the path to success.
You may have come across my work in publications such as the Sunday Telegraph or seen me on national TV. I regularly contribute macrame tutorials and share insightful tips in esteemed magazines like Mollie Makes, The Moment, GoodHomes, Psychology Magazine, Hobby Craft blog, and many others.
My purpose is to help you effortlessly create stunning macrame pieces, providing you with a space to express your creativity with a unique voice infused with fun and ease.
I've had the privilege of working with countless creative women, and it's no coincidence that we've found each other here in this corner of the internet. You are meant to be a part of our beautifully connected community—a community of strong, passionate, and creative women.
Consider yourself home.
Welcome home!
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THE FOOTSTOOL
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A FEW ACTION STEPS...
Congratulations on this pivotal point in your macrame journey! Trust your skills and unleash your creativity. Start today with a 3D project- the footstool.
Embrace the therapeutic benefits of macrame—yoga for your mind. Enjoy the process, including designing, experimenting, and learning from failed projects.
Remember, it's not just about the final result; it's about the joy found in the making process.
YES, we all have the 'failed' projects pile and they are a reminder of how far we have come.
Mistakes are the lesson you had to make to be where you are now!
Embrace the challenges, embrace the triumphs, and embrace the beauty of macrame as it intertwines with your artistic journey.
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Trust your creativity & skills: you are an artist
You are an artist!
It may feel strange to label yourself as an artist, but trust me, you have the skills and creative flair to back it up. Often, what holds us back is a lack of confidence and trust in our own abilities, especially when it comes to pricing and selling our unique macrame creations. But here's the truth: very few people in the world can create macrame as beautifully as you do!
Those who connect with your art will be deeply moved by it, experiencing a special affinity that cannot be replicated elsewhere.
Embrace the title of "artist" because it accurately reflects your talent, dedication, and the artistic journey you are on.
By trusting the guidance of your macrame mentor, you are beginning to view your work through a more professional lens.
You are transitioning from being a hobbyist to embracing your true identity as an artist.
This shift in perspective will open doors and lead you to a future where your creativity not only brings you joy but also financial reward. Your future self will undoubtedly thank you for taking this leap of faith and fully embracing your artistic potential. Keep creating, keep growing, and trust in your unique artistic voice!
Practice: patience is your virtue
Even the master should come to know that patience is a virtue in the knotting world of macrame.
Life’s just too short to be sweating over the intricate pattern of your project!
If there’s anything this hobby will teach you, it’s that mistakes happen to even the most expert macrame artists. Yes, even me, your macrame matchmaker!!!
Let’s be real, life is FULL of mistakes, and the mindful art of knotting is no different. Save yourself the frustration because you now have your fairy macrame Godmother to support you.
Understand that you’re going to mess it up (many times), that's ok and part of the process.
Remember: macrame is the yoga for the mind
Found yourself tangled in a bunch of knots? Unravel and start again!
Remember your matchmaker music? Put the volume up, shake it out and release the tension!!!
And if you need a reminder of how far you’ve come, start a journal to record your projects with sketched, notes, pictures and more.
I have picked the footstool projects because is a 3D project and often artist focus on wall hangings or 2D projects and I want to challenge you to try something out of your comfort zone as an opportunity to up-level your skills & grow your confidence. It is also a chance to showcase a variety of work you can do to your clients, if you wish to.
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