DIY Macrame Plant Hanger Workshop!

62 Plains Road,New Paltz NY 12561

06 June, 2021

Description

Learn to create your own plant hanger, then later, apply the technique of making these traditional knots to other projects in your home! Join us for our in-person DIY class and create a beautiful macramé plant hanger with teacher Poliana Dănilă and our supporting Circle Creative Collective team. This fun hands-on project was specifically selected because any adult and most mature children at varying skill levels can accomplish the tasks, and feel the satisfaction of finishing the project before the end of the workshop. You will learn hands-on skills and some history about this tradition. This class is open to families and is recommended for ages 10 on up. Learn to create your own plant hanger, and then later, apply the technique of making these traditional knots to other projects in your home! “While idle at sea, sailors made macramé objects which they bartered or sold when they landed at new ports, including hammocks, belts and covers for knife handles and bottles. These designs spread to China and the “New World” of the Americas. Basic knots are known as the reef or the square knot and were made in hemp, leather, and cotton twine or yarn…” To read more about macrame and a previous we held at Mohonk Mountain House CLICK HERE. What to bring: A mask and (if you like) some slippers for our shoe-free space When: Sunday June 6th 2pm-4pm How: $48 includes materials and 2 hours of fun.