Macrame Candle Coaster

Handmade Macramé candle coasters available in natural, sage, and desert orange. 

Origins of Macramé
The origin of Macramé is generally attributed to Arabic weavers during the 13th century, using decorative knots to finish the loose ends of hand-woven textiles. However, decorative knot-tying can also be traced back to third-century China on ceremonial textiles as well as wall hangings.

While it may be hard to pinpoint the very first Macramé ever made, thanks to those 13th century Arabic Artisans the craft slowly spread throughout Europe and eventually became a common pastime for sailors. Sailors played a large role in keeping Macramé alive and sharing the art with new lands. Knots had many practical uses aboard their ships, but decorative knot-tying kept hands and minds occupied during long voyages. Furthermore, they would sell and barter their knotted goods such as hammocks, belts, and hats at port.

Knot-tying remained a popular hobby and a way to adorn clothing and textiles through the Victorian era, when it fell mostly out of favor until its wild and fabulous return in the 70’s. 🕺🪩