Thank you for sharing this image. It contains Spanish instructions for a macrame project — likely a bracelet or small accessory. Below is a complete how-to guide, full meaning, and full understanding of the text, including the missing video reference and how to apply this to your artisanal purple macrame bracelet.
How to Make a Macrame Project with Center Piece & Beads: Complete Guide
Full Meaning of the Instructions (Spanish to English)
| Spanish | English Translation |
|---|---|
| Necesitas: | You need: |
| 3 tiras de 30cm | 3 strips/cords of 30cm each |
| 2 tiras de 55cm | 2 strips/cords of 55cm each |
| Pieza central | Center piece (a bead, cabochon, button, or metal charm) |
| 2 bolitas | 2 small beads |
| Puedes ver cómo hacer el nudo en la sección de videos de nuestro facebook. | You can see how to tie the knot in the video section of our Facebook. |
| Haz un nudo simple pegado a la pieza | Tie a simple knot right next to the center piece |
Note: The specific knot is not described in text — it is referenced to a Facebook video. However, based on standard macrame techniques, I will reconstruct the most likely method.
Full Understanding: Material Roles
| Cord | Length | Quantity | Likely Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30cm cords | 30cm | 3 | Working cords, accent strands, or fringe |
| 55cm cords | 55cm | 2 | Core strands or main weaving cords |
| Center piece | Varies | 1 | Focal ornament (bead, stone, charm) |
| Bolitas (beads) | Small | 2 | Decorative accents or sliding closures |
Total Cord Length
- 3 × 30cm = 90cm
- 2 × 55cm = 110cm
- Total = 200cm (2 meters) of cord
This is enough for a short bracelet (approx. 15–17cm finished length) or a keychain.
How-To Guide (Reconstructed)
Since the specific knot is not named, I will provide the most common macrame method for incorporating a center piece and beads: the simple knot (nudo simple) is likely an overhand knot or a square knot start.
Materials (Purple Artisanal Version)
| Original | Purple Version |
|---|---|
| 3 × 30cm cords | 3 × 30cm lavender cord |
| 2 × 55cm cords | 2 × 55cm deep purple cord |
| Center piece | Amethyst cabochon or purple glass button |
| 2 beads | 2 silver or purple glass beads (4–6mm) |
Step 1 — Prepare the Cords
Arrange all 5 cords. Find the midpoint of each cord.
Step 2 — Attach the Center Piece
Take the center piece. Place it at the middle of your work area.
- Tie a simple knot (overhand knot) right next to the center piece, using one of the 30cm cords.
- This locks the center piece in place.
Step 3 — Arrange the Cords Around the Center Piece
Position the cords so:
- The 2 long cords (55cm) become the core (run straight through the center)
- The 3 short cords (30cm) become working cords (tie knots around the core)
Step 4 — Tie the Main Knots (from Facebook video reference)
Since the video is not available, here are two likely knots:
Option A: Square knots around the core
- Take one 30cm cord. Tie square knots (as in your French guide) around the two 55cm core strands.
- Repeat with the other two 30cm cords, positioning them symmetrically.
Option B: Simple overhand knots in sequence
- Tie a series of simple (overhand) knots along the core, using each 30cm cord in turn.
- Space them evenly.
Step 5 — Add the 2 Beads (Bolitas)
After tying several knots:
- Thread one bolita (bead) onto a working cord
- Tie a knot immediately after the bead to lock it in place
- Repeat for the second bead on the opposite side
Step 6 — Finish the Ends
Once you reach the desired length:
- Gather all cords at each end
- Tie a final overhand knot (or square knot) to secure
- Trim excess cord, leaving 1–2cm tails
- If using paracord, melt the ends with a lighter; if using soft cord, add a drop of glue
Step 7 — Create a Closure (if bracelet)
Option A: Tie the two ends together with a sliding knot
Option B: Attach a lobster clasp to one end and a jump ring to the other
Option C: Leave the tails as fringe for a boho look
Full Understanding: Why These Specific Lengths?
| Cord Length | Mathematical Reason |
|---|---|
| 30cm | Short enough for working cords; each can tie approximately 5–8 knots before running out |
| 55cm | Long enough to serve as core strands for a 15–17cm bracelet, with extra for knotting at ends |
| 2 beads | Symmetrical design — one on each side of the center piece |
Knot Consumption Estimate
- Each simple knot consumes about 1–1.5cm of cord
- 30cm cord can tie roughly 20–30 simple knots (more than enough)
- The 55cm core strands lose length to the knots wrapped around them
Applying to Your Artisanal Purple Macrame Bracelet
Color Scheme
| Component | Color |
|---|---|
| 3 × 30cm cords | Light purple (lavender) |
| 2 × 55cm cords | Dark purple (eggplant) |
| Center piece | Amethyst gemstone or purple resin cabochon |
| 2 beads | Silver or rose gold (to contrast with purple) |
Design Variation: “Purple Centerpiece Bracelet”
- Center piece: Use a purple flower resin cabochon or a small amethyst point
- Knots: Use the square knot (from your French guide) for a flat, clean look
- Beads: Place one silver bead on each side of the center piece
- Closure: Use a diamond lanyard knot (from shark jaw guide) for adjustable fit
Step-by-Step Purple Version
- String the two 55cm dark purple cords as the core.
- Slide the center piece onto the core cords (if it has holes) OR tie it between the cords.
- Tie a simple overhand knot right next to the center piece using one lavender cord.
- Thread a silver bead onto the same lavender cord, then tie another knot.
- Repeat on the other side with a second lavender cord and the second bead.
- Use the third lavender cord to tie square knots along the dark purple core.
- Finish with a diamond lanyard knot at the clasp end.
Common Mistakes & Fixes
| Mistake | Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Center piece moves | Simple knot not tight enough | Tie the knot twice, or use a drop of glue behind the piece |
| 30cm cords too short | Used for wrapping a large center piece | Increase to 40cm if center piece is wider than 2cm |
| Beads fall off | No knot after the bead | Always tie a securing knot immediately after each bead |
| Bracelet too long/ short | Did not measure wrist first | Wrist size + 1cm = finished length (excluding beads) |
| Video not accessible | Facebook link broken or region-locked | Use square knot or overhand knot as substitute |
What If You Cannot Access the Facebook Video?
The instructions reference a Facebook video for the specific knot. Here is how to proceed:
- Search Facebook for the page name (unfortunately not provided in the image)
- Use a standard alternative knot: Square knot (nudo cuadrado) or overhand knot (nudo simple) will work
- Look at the hashtag or page name in the original post — if you have the original Facebook post, search for it directly
If you can share the Facebook page name or video title, I can help reconstruct the exact knot.
Summary Table: Project at a Glance
| Element | Specification |
|---|---|
| Total cords | 5 (3 short, 2 long) |
| Short cord length | 30cm each |
| Long cord length | 55cm each |
| Center piece | 1 (bead, cabochon, charm, button) |
| Small beads | 2 |
| Key knot | Simple knot (overhand) next to center piece |
| Difficulty | Easy–Medium |
| Best for | Bracelets, keychains, anklets, necklace pendants |
Final Pro Tip: Translating “Nudo Simple”
In Spanish macrame terminology:
- Nudo simple = overhand knot (the most basic knot)
- Nudo cuadrado = square knot
- Nudo plano = flat knot / cobra knot
The instruction says “Haz un nudo simple pegado a la pieza” — this means tie an overhand knot directly against the center piece, using the cord to hug the piece tightly.
