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Craft supplies you need for crochet & macrame projects

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Crafting has always had hold on me in one way or another. I started crocheting when I was 14 yrs old and started macrame in 2021. People see my work and think im creative--->I disagree because I cannot easily develop a pattern. But I can follow one really well!
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Supply stores

The best places to get needed craft supplies. Affordable and accessible via shipping
 
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This store has the BEST macrame cord available. Shipping is always ontime and the products are high quality
GANXXET | Macrame, Weaving, Crochet, & Knitting Supplies ...
 
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Michael's has always been my go-to store for all my craft needs. Their prices are reasonable and I especially like their yarn collection for crochet projects
Michaels

Macrame products

I discovered macrame in 2021 and have been obsessed ever since! All work is done with your hands so you really just need the cords and a way to anchor your work while you knot away!
 
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These rods are PERFECT for macrame wall art! Hang them using cords and a nail or hooks screwed into the wall
1 in dowels
 
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These 2mm 3ply cords are my go to macrame cord size. They are perfect for small wall hangings and delicate detailed projects
COTTON ROPE ZERO WASTE 2 MM - 3 PLY - SAGE COLOR
 
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Okay, hear me out on this one! Mount it to the wall and instead of putting toilet paper, place a cord skein and you can easily pull the cord to the length you need to cut. This is especially helpful if you live alone (me now) or with an unwilling to...
Yangbaga Black Toilet Paper Holder with Shelf
 
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These rings are great for plant hangers!!
Mandala Crafts 90mm Wooden Macrame Rings - 15 Unfinished Natural Wood Circles
 
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For some macrame projects, you'll want to shred the ends of the cords to give a more natural look. These are great for doing just that!
Schacht Hand Carder - Curved, Mini, Pkg of 2
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Crochet products for beginners

If you're just starting to crochet, these are the best products to give you head start on your journey!
 
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I LOVE this yarn for crochet projects! It's acrylic which means you dont need to worry about dye batches matching if you dont buy enough yarn at once for your project. The skeins are large and usually tangle free, which crafting easier.
Red Heart® Super Saver® Solid Yarn
 
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When starting to crochet, having a good selection of hooks is important. This includes the most common size needed for typical crochet products. They are easy to grip and use as well!
Anodized Crochet Hook Set by Loops & Threads®, E-J
 
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A beginners crochet guide on everything that has to do with yarn, stitches, pattern reading and anything else you can think of. Videos are better, of course. But this book really helps with reading and understanding patterns. My go to!
The Crochet Answer Book, 2nd Edition
 
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These stitch keepers make two tasks in crochet MUCH easier. 1. Returning to your work. When you leave an unfinished project, place a holder in the loop that would normally rest on your hook. This prevents your work from becoming undone. 2. Stitch c...
Meikeer 150pcs Knitting Crochet Stitch Markers