Design and Creation of Macramé Handbags

Start by getting to know your teacher, Mapi Casafranca. She tells you how she got her start in sustainable fashion, how she developed her professional career through her brand AMARENA, and where she finds inspiration to design her pieces.

Go through the materials needed for this course. Then, delve into the technical details, types of natural fibers, and the different fabrics and accessories you can use to develop a sample design of your bag.

Define a clear concept of what you want to convey with your design and organize your inspiration on a mood board. Afterwards, define your ideas by selecting the material, shape, colors, and patterns in a first sketch.

Next, start creating your handbag step by step and choose the final touches that best suits your style: a fringed finish, fringes tied with flat knots, or a flat finish.

Mapi teaches you how to take care of your handbag, as well as the ideal packaging to share or sell your pieces in a traditional and sustainable way. Finally, get some tips on how to improve your presence on social media.