Where, Oh Where, Has Sherri Been? aka: An Apology Sale

Okay, I'll admit I've been a bit absent lately.  It's been a busy couple of months and I swear I haven't just been sitting around watching tv and stuffing my face.  (Notice I didn't say I hadn't been doing that, I just said I haven't only been doing that.)  It's been crazy with family things that needed my attention and graduations and weddings on top of teaching micro macrame classes in three different states.  Things have calmed down a little for now, though (insert big sigh of relief here).  

Today I finally started unpacking my bag that I took along to classes and putting things away.  That involved checking to make sure what I have listed in my Etsy shop is actually on hand and what I have on hand is actually listed in my Etsy shop.  OMG I have a problem!  Too much stuff!  So many bracelets (we all know I have a weakness for bracelets, right?).  I have 71 different micro macrame bracelets listed right now and I found another five or so that I haven't even photographed!  Yikes!

In an effort to clear some of this stuff to make room for new pieces and as an apology for being awful scarce lately, I've activated some coupon codes:  

If you spend $20 or more, use code MayCrazy to get 10% off your total order.

If you spend $75 or more, you can use code MayCrazier to get 15% off your total... and

If you spend $100 or more, coupon code MayCraziest will get you 20% off.

Those codes will work on everything in my shop right now, which includes all of my micro macrame tutorials and materials kits in addition to all finished jewelry (did I mention there are 71 different bracelets?).  You'll find everything at KnotJustMacrame.etsy.com.  

So, go.  Go shop.  Go shop now (please?).

Quick! (Enabler Alert)

Just a quick post today to share CraftArtEdu's latest sale.  You won't want to miss this one:  40% off all of their classes.  Yes, you read that right - 40% off all of the online classes at CraftArtEdu and you can get one or 100 at that price.  They have a great selection of classes covering all kinds of media, including micro macrame classes like the Falling Leaves Micro Macrame Bracelet in the photo above or this Ripples in Micro Macrame Bracelet:

There are lots to choose from, but you'll need to hurry.  This deal is only good through Friday (details here).  If you're anything like me, this time of winter is long and cold and I'm up for any kind of project to alleviate the boredom.  This is a great chance to try something fun!  Happy shopping!

Micro Macrame Tutorial Sale

It has been a long time since I've had a sale, so for the next few days, all micro macrame tutorials in my shop are 30% off!  Yep - every one of them.  Learn how to make a braided macrame bracelet like this:

Or a beaded macrame bracelet like these"

Or a macrame owl pendant or earrings!  They're all on sale at 30% off through January 1, 2017.  (No code needed.)  You'll find them all right here in my Etsy shop.  Have fun!

New Ripples in Micro Macrame Online Class is Available!

It's done!  It's done!!  Hot off the press and all that, my new Ripples in Micro Macrame bracelet class in available online at CraftArtEdu!  I'm silly excited about it, too (in case you didn't notice).  I've been meaning to put out a new class for months and one thing or another kept taking priority, but it's done!!  (Yep, still silly excited!)  So Donna and the other nice folks over at CraftArtEdu put out an email with the class announcement (and a great sale on all my micro macrame classes, too) and I have to share it with you:

How nice is that!?  You can see the whole thing here if you aren't already signed up for their newsletter.  If you're not, you really should take a moment and sign up so you can stay on top of all the latest and greatest (and sales - who doesn't love a sale!).  I keep telling you they're really great people over there and I'm not kidding.  They really are the best.  If you haven't taken one of their online classes, you don't know what you're missing.  They have an awesome lineup of instructors covering a wide variety of DIY crafts.  Their customer service is world class and they guarantee you'll be happy with your class or you get your money back.  Classes never expire and there's no limit on the number of times you can view them.  

Anywho... if you read my blog much, you probably already know I've been working on this new design for weeks now.  My inspiration for the design was ripples. Yep.  Ripples.  So picture a rain drop hitting the surface of a puddle; the way the ripples spread out from the drop in concentric circles getting larger and larger until they bump up against something and break the perfect arcs.  Are you picturing it?  That's what I've tried to capture in the piece.  The fluid circles originate at the central bead in one section, then circle back in the next section coming up against one another in the middle.

This design takes the simple macrame knots (mostly double half hitches) and elevates them to a new artistic level. Because the design is a bit more challenging, experience with double half hitch knots is recommended.  If you're just starting out in micro macrame, there are other classes (like the Wrap) to choose from, too.  Heck, if you're fair-to-middlin', there are a whole bunch of classes for you.  

Go!  Go now and find the one (or more) that makes your heart happy.  (The special pricing is good through midnight CT, Tuesday, October 25, 2016.)  Happy knotting!

Super Deal on Online Micro Macrame Classes

Boy, oh boy!  If you've had your eye on any of my online micro macrame classes, now is the time!  The nice folks at CraftArtEdu.com have apparently lost their minds and put out a code good for 31% off your entire purchase!  Yes, that's right - whether you buy one class or ten, you can get 31% off using the code march31!  (Find all the details here.) You'll have to hurry, though, the code is only good through April 3, 2016.  

Here's a peek at some of the classes I have available:

Looking for Micro Macrame Classes?

 If you're thinking about making a couple gifts for special people on your list, pop over to CraftArtEdu - but hurry!!!  All of the micro macrame classes are on sale at a whopping 35% off through Sunday (November 22, 2015).  You'll find the code and all of the details here.

And if you're thinking you won't have time to get gifts made before the holidays, at this price you'll want to buy a class or two in anticipation of the January blues!  It will give you something to take your mind off the weather :)

Winners! And a Sale!

Actually, I tried to find a photo of a robin in a party hat because Robins seem to be lucky today!  The winner of eight of my micro macrame tutorials is Robin B. and Robin P. is the winner of the Drunkard's Path micro macrame bracelet!

 

I also promised to give away a copy of my peacock bracelet tutorial and the winner is... Sue!  (Bet you thought it was going to be Robin, didn't you?)  I've emailed the Robins and replied to Sue's comment - I'll need to know where to send the prizes!

Meanwhile, for the rest of you... how about a sale?  Use coupon code "TENOFF" in my Etsy shop for 10% off anything and everything.  I don't do sales very often, so if you've had your eye on something, now is your chance.  The fine pint:  code expires 9/8/15 and is not valid on previous purchases or custom orders.  Hope you find something you can't live without!
 

A New Micro Macrame Class: Argus Cuff

I'm on a roll, folks - two micro macrame classes in two months!  Like the last class I did, the Leafy Cuff, the Argus Cuff bracelet is worked across the piece rather than down it.  This means lots more cords to work with, but also leads to the possibility of lots of different designs.  

I had fun figuring out how to make the eye pattern on this one, and the name springs from that (thanks, Marge!!)  Argus Panoptes in Greek mythology is the monster with 100 eyes.  Doesn't that seem very appropriate for this bracelet?

The nice folks at CraftArtEdu.com are celebrating the release of this new class with a special deal for you.  The new Argus Cuff, the Leafy Cuff, and all of my other micro macrame jewelry classes are on sale at 25% off their regular prices through Sunday, February 22, 2015 (details here).  If you're an adventurous do-it-yourself type and you want to learn to make beaded macrame jewelry, this is a deal you don't want to miss.  My classes are very detailed with lots of close up photos and instructions.  I also include hints and tips and most of them (including this one) have video as well.  All at your fingertips and available on your schedule at your convenience.  

I'm a big fan of CraftArtEdu.com - I wouldn't be working with them if I weren't.  Once you purchase a class there, it's yours forever.  You can watch it as many times as you need and then refer back to it next year if you've forgotten how to do something.  They stand behind their classes, too, and if you have a question, they will find you an answer.  

Are you learning micro macrame yet?  What are you waiting for?

Just-in-Time Sale

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I have too much micro macrame jewelry on hand.  I have 50 bracelets listed in my shop, and nearly 20 pair of earrings and 20 necklaces.  It makes me sad to see my pretty little babies all dressed up and ready to go, just sitting here in a pile waiting for their forever homes.  They need a chance shine!  

So, just in time for Valentine's Day, I'm having a 20% off sale on all my finished jewelry.  Want a little peek?

The sale runs through Valentine's Day (February 14, 2015).  Happy shopping!