Macramé
The Origin Story
The Spark
Do you remember the very first piece you ever knotted? What was it, and how did it feel to complete it?
It was 2008, and I watched my Aunt make a Woman Purse by making Knot with some Cords. Then I helped her to make it, and it was very excited for me after it was done.
The Transition
Was there a specific moment when you realized this wasn't just a hobby, but your calling?
When I told my partner what I can do, and finally realize that it is special, not everybody can do it. And of course, that I can make a living with that
The Teacher
Are you self-taught, or did you learn from a mentor? How did their influence shape your style?
I am self-taught.
Island Inspiration
How does the landscape, culture, or daily life in Bali bleed into your designs?
Bali is the Island of Arts, many people in Bali work as an artist, and everywhere we go, there were always object that amaze us, that can be our inspiration as an artist.
Local Materials
Do you source your cords or embellishments (like driftwood or beads) locally? How does the 'spirit' of the materials affect the final piece?
Bali doesn’t produce any cords or threads, we buy our Premium Material from our trusted supplier outside Bali.
Community
What is the artisan community like here? Do you feel that being in Bali gives your work a different energy than if you were elsewhere?
We don’t have any particular Community of what we do here. Doing Arts especially in Bali, have more advantage, because the people, the society is not as hectic as in Big City like others.
The Creative Process & Philosophy
The Meditative State
Macramé is very repetitive and rhythmic. What goes through your mind while you're working? Is it a form of meditation for you?": "Macramé is very repetitive and rhythmic. What goes through your mind while you're working? Is it a form of meditation for you?
When I make Macrame, I need to be calm, and the Surrounding must be quiet too. That’s why I actually prefer to work at night, when I can be focus and concentrate.
The "Mistake"
What happens when a knot goes wrong? Do you undo it, or do you let the 'imperfection' guide the piece in a new direction?": "What happens when a knot goes wrong? Do you undo it, or do you let the 'imperfection' guide the piece in a new direction?
We definitely undo it, and try other way to do it.
Complexity
When you look at a blank wall and a pile of rope, how do you decide where the first knot goes? Do you sketch it out, or is it intuitive?": "When you look at a blank wall and a pile of rope, how do you decide where the first knot goes? Do you sketch it out, or is it intuitive?
We always do sketch before we start to make any Macrame.
Impact and Legacy
The Emotional Link
How does it feel to know that your work—something you spent hours touching and creating—is now hanging in someone’s home or sacred space?
We just feel very happy when any Customer give us a great Review, so they can enjoy our Art.
Advice for Others
What would you say to someone who feels they aren't 'creative' but wants to try working with their hands?
Don’t think too much, and start making Arts regularly. It doesn't have to be an original or complicated. Along the way, creativity will come later.
The Future
What is a 'dream project' you haven’t tackled yet?
We would love to have an Order from a Client that gives us freedom and concept, to decorate any room, preferably a large room.
