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History of Knots and Common Uses

Knot tying has been around for thousands of years and is something that many people underappreciate but often use every day of their life. From functional uses to art techniques, knots have been an essential tool for people tackling any project or task.So, what is a knot? A knot is a fastening made by tying a piece of rope, cord, or string. This tying can be done in an infinite number of different…

Intro to Macramé

Macramé has been around for hundreds of years and is thought to have originated in the 1200s with Arab weavers. It is defined as the art of knotting cord or string in patterns, sometimes with multiple colored string, to make decorative items. The true art of macramé is very detailed and done by hand, not machine. The trend of creating macramé drifted in and out of popularity but most prominen…