Macrame - Create your own table coasters

This workshop will take place on Saturday 12 July 2025 10am - 1pm.

Macrame is the art of knotting string or cord in patterns to make decorative and practical items.

Overview of Course

Create your own pair of Macrame coasters for your home. Macrame is the art of knotting string or cord in patterns to make decorative and practical items.

You will make two circular coasters from macrame cord.

What will I learn?

During this course you will learn how to make two coasters in contrasting colours (oil blue and cream) using the reverse lark’s head macrame knot.

Who is the course for?

No experience is necessary as you will be taught the knots and techniques. If you have experience of macrame then you are welcome to join in the relaxed environment to expand your creativity.

The course is aimed for anyone who would like to make something a little different for their home or even to give as a gift.

Will I have to provide anything?

All macrame cord will be provided in the course price. You will also need fabric scissors, or sharp scissors for trimming and a comb for brushing out the fringing.

Am I ready to start?

If you would like to learn a new craft or expand your macramé skills and creativity then this course is for you.

You may also like the following events from West Suffolk College- Thetford & Mildenhall:

• Next Saturday, 14th June, 09:00 am, Upcycled Glass Projects in Thetford
• This month, 21st June, 09:00 am, Macrame - Create your own decorative rainbow wall hanging in Thetford

Also check out other Workshops in Thetford, Arts events in Thetford.