Introduction to Macramé: Creation of a Decorative Tapestry
A course by Belen Senra , Textile Artist
Learn to create unique textile pieces with contemporary style
Learn to create unique textile pieces with contemporary style
The secret to the work of Belén Senra, textile artist specialized in macramé and founder of Ranran Design, is her use of traditional techniques to create decorative pieces with contemporary style. Her macramé wall hangings enrich the atmosphere of exclusive spaces around the world, such as Robert de Niro's Hotel Nobu, the Aguas de Ibiza spa, and the restaurant Spanish LA, in Los Angeles, California.
In this course, Belén teaches you how to design and create your own macramé wall hangings by exploring a range of styles, materials, textures, and colors. Learn to tie different knots and combine them to make patterns you can use in all of your projects, whether for practical purposes or decorative applications.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 19 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (1.5K)
- 29,377 students
- 15 lessons (2h 11m)
- 19 additional resources (9 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Design and create a macramé wall hanging inspired by your personal tastes.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, interior designers, and anyone who wants to explore new ways to decorate spaces and experiment with their creativity.
Requirements and materials
No prior knowledge is necessary to take this course.
For materials, you need a wooden dowel to hang your design, hooks, scissors, a tape measure, cord, and fabrics.
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A course by Belen Senra
Despite starting her career as an interior designer at major corporations, Belén Senra currently travels the world as a nomadic textile artist, learning all kinds of artisanal textile decoration techniques. During these trips, she draws inspiration from the local cultures and traditions of the places she visits and filters them through her artistic lens to create new collections.
Belén is also the founder of her own brand, Ranran Design, which focuses on creating textile decorations by blending traditional techniques and designs with contemporary style. She has worked on a wide variety of projects, from private residences to hotels and restaurants, such as Robert de Niro's Hotel Nobu, the Aguas de Ibiza spa, and many more.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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Decorative styles on the carpet
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U2
Tools and materials
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Tools and materials for this project
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Other possibilities
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U3
Creation of the tapestry
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From idea to tapestry
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How to measure and cut the rope
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Variety of knots I
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Variety of knots II
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Mounting and defining the areas of the carpet
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High part
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Fringes
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Soumak
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U4
Applications and recommendations
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Other uses of macramé
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Maintenance
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to macramé: creation of a decorative tapestry
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amal.faris.alsharif
Plusthank you , i love it
pattyce2310
Excelente curso, muy didáctica y clara en las explicaciones y con introducción de nuevos materiales que enriquece mucho mas la técnica del macramé. Encantada y con muchas ganas de poner en práctica lo que voy aprendiendo.
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b_zaballa1977
Me gusto mucho el curso. Belen es muy didáctica y el tapiz que eligio realizar era gusto lo que quería aprender. Me encanta la combinación de materiales.
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ivyestradasaa
Me encantó el curso!! Lo recomiendo muchísimo!!!
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jezg1992
Muy buen curso, me agrado mucho
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