MODERN MACRAME: 33 Stylish Projects for Your Handmade Home (Ten Speed)

Macramé—the fine art of knotting—is an age-old craft that’s undergoing a contemporary renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence is Emily Katz, a lifestyle icon and artist who teaches sold out macramé workshops around the world and creates swoon-worthy aspirational interiors with her custom hand-knotted pieces. Modern Macramé is a stylish, contemporary guide to the traditional art and craft of macramé, including 33 projects, from driftwood wall art and bohemian light fixtures to macramé rugs and headboards. The projects are showcased in easy to follow and photogenic project layouts, guiding both the novice and the more experienced crafter in a highly achievable way. Included with every project are thoughtful lifestyle tips showing how macramé can provide the perfect finishing touch for the modern, well-designed home–whether it’s a hundred-year-old farmhouse, a sophisticated loft, or a cozy but stylish rental.

Praise for Modern Macramé

“Emily Katz is one of the most exciting and talented artists and makers out there today. This book is not only beautiful, but also a practical and hardworking guide that is sure to inspire newbies and experts alike. It’s hard to find a craft book that can also serve as a design book, but Emily has made it happen.” –Justina Blakeney, designer, author, and founder of Jungalow

“Drawing on the traditional craft of knotting, Emily Katz elevates macramé to the realm of art, bringing a fresh aesthetic to skills that have been handed down for hundreds of years. Her tutorials are easy to follow and perfect for beginners and advanced crafters. This is a great gift for yourself or others!” –Maryanne Moodie, author of On the Loom: A Modern Weaver’s Guide