Workshops
Now Offering Virtual Macrame Workshops!
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Lets' hold space and be in community with others! Are you looking for a new element to add to your mindfulness practice? Do you want to develop a new craft?
You'll learn how to make a plant hanger by learning basic knots and pattern design. I'll walk you through the entire process from start to finished piece.
After signing up, I will ship materials to you and provide you with a Zoom login and access to the website page with all the tutorials. You’ll complete one plant hanger as well as the skills to continue with your Macrame journey.
Each Plant Hanger Kit Includes:
Wooden circle anchor with 8 strands of rope (natural)
16 assorted wood beads
2 pieces of rope for beginning and finishing (natural)
1 sticker
Access to Tutorial Videos
Access to Knot Guide
1 S-Hook
*Items needed but not included: Scissors, 4-6 inch pot
Class price includes Macrame kit with materials shipped to you, two hour live demonstration/support via Zoom, and tutorial videos!
Past Workshops and Events!
Rebuilding Exchange + Urban Macrame Fibers
Join the Rebuilding Exchange and local macrame Artist, Kenyatta Forbes, for this amazing workshop collaboration to make a hanging planter! In the first part of this workshop, you will learn basic woodworking skills while constructing a planter box out of reclaimed wood. In the second half, Kenyatta will lead participants in creating a beautiful macrame hanger that will attach to the planter box. BYOB!
Includes all materials!
1740 West Webster AvenueChicago, IL 60614
June 20 20186PM-9:30PM
Purchase Tickets here!
Urban Macrame Fibers + Skokie Library
All supplies included: - 100% Cotton Rope- Wood Dowel- Live Instruction
You'll leave with a finished piece for your home or to gift to a loved one as well as enough knowledge to continue your macrame journey.
What will be provided: Macrame rope, Dowels, and BeadsLocation:Skokie Library5215 Oakton St,Skokie, IL 60077
June 14 20186PM-9PM
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Urban Macrame Fibers + Currency Exchange Cafe
All supplies included: - 100% Cotton Rope- Wood Ring or wood dowel- Live Instruction
You'll leave with a finished piece for your home or to gift to a loved one as well as enough knowledge to continue your macrame journey. Tasty bites and beverages included!
What will be provided: Macrame rope, Rings, Dowels, Beads, and S-Hooks.
Cost $55.00Location:Currency Exchange Cafe307 E. Garfield Blvd.,Chicago, IL, 60637
June 17 20181PM-3:30PM
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Rebuilding Exchange + Urban Macrame Fibers
Join the Rebuilding Exchange and local macrame Artist, Kenyatta Forbes, for this amazing workshop collaboration to make a hanging planter! In the first part of this workshop, you will learn basic woodworking skills while constructing a planter box out of reclaimed wood. In the second half, Kenyatta will lead participants in creating a beautiful macrame hanger that will attach to the planter box. BYOB!
Includes all materials!
Location:1740 West Webster AvenueChicago, IL 60614
June 20 20186PM-9:30PM
Purchase Tickets here!
Macrame Workshop with Art a la Carte!
Date: July 17, 2018Time: 6-8:30pLocation: Art a la CarteAddress: 11209 W 159th St, Orland Park, IL 60467
Click here to sign up!
COFFEE TALK: KENYATTA FORBES
RSVP Here!
Presenting Coffee Talk: a weekly roundtable led by the city's best doers curated by Presence Agency.
Every Wednesday at 2pm we'll be sipping Stumptown coffee in the lobby while we chat with some of our favorite people in town about what they're doing.
This week's installment features Kenyatta Forbes of Urban Macrame Fibers, Trading Races and Trading Rappers. She'll be with us discussing creative failures and importance of celebrating them.
Mother's Day Workshop!
All supplies included: - 100% Cotton Rope- Wood Dowel or Wood Ring- Live Instruction
You'll leave with a finished piece for your home or to gift to a loved one as well as enough knowledge to continue your macrame journey. One beverage is included in ticket price.
What will be provided: Macrame rope, Dowels, and BeadsCost $45.00May 13 20181PM-3:30PM
Location:Currency Exchange Cafe305 E Garfield BlvdChicago, IL 60637
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Date: May 6, 2018Time: 5:30-7pLocation: Lululemon Chicago Fulton Market Location 167 N Sangamon St, Chicago, IL 60607
Enjoy light bites from La Sirena Clandestina!
Click here to sign up: https://dabble.co/rc/kenyattaforbes30
Urban Macrame Fibers + Currency Exchange Cafe
All supplies included: - 100% Cotton Rope- Wood Ring or wood dowel- Live Instruction
You'll leave with a finished piece for your home or to gift to a loved one as well as enough knowledge to continue your macrame journey. Tasty bites and beverages included!
What will be provided: Macrame rope, Rings, Dowels, Beads, and S-Hooks.
Cost $55.00Apr. 29 20181PM-3:30PM
Location:Currency Exchange Cafe307 E. Garfield Blvd.,Chicago, IL, 60637
Click here for workshop tickets!
Rebuilding Exchange + Urban Macrame Fibers
Join the Rebuilding Exchange and local macrame Artist, Kenyatta Forbes, for this amazing workshop collaboration to make a hanging planter! In the first part of this workshop, you will learn basic woodworking skills while constructing a planter box out of reclaimed wood. In the second half, Kenyatta will lead participants in creating a beautiful macrame hanger that will attach to the planter box. The workshop will be followed by a leisurely stroll across the Chicago River for a drink at Distilled Chicago. First drink is free for participants!
April 24, 20186:30pm -9:30pm
Includes all materials!
1740 West Webster AvenueChicago, IL 60614
Purchase Tickets here!
Urban Macrame Fibers + Currency Exchange Cafe
Choose from a variety materials and colors!
All supplies included: - 100% Cotton Rope or Jersey Yarn- Wood Ring or wood dowel- Beginners Knot Guide - A 'how to' of knots, images included, as well as FAQ and an intro to basic terms- Live Instruction
You'll leave with a finished piece for your home or to gift to a loved one as well as enough knowledge to continue your macrame journey. Tasty bites and beverages included!
What will be provided: Macrame rope, Rings, Dowels, Beads, and S-Hooks.Cost $55.00Feb. 25 20181PM-3:30PM
Location:Currency Exchange Cafe307 E. Garfield Blvd.,Chicago, IL, 60637
Click here for workshop tickets!
Rebuilding Exchange + Urban Macrame Fibers
Join the Rebuilding Exchange and local macrame Artist, Kenyatta Forbes, for this amazing workshop collaboration to make a hanging planter! In the first part of this workshop, you will learn basic woodworking skills while constructing a planter box out of reclaimed wood. In the second half, Kenyatta will lead participants in creating a beautiful macrame hanger that will attach to the planter box. The workshop will be followed by a leisurely stroll across the Chicago River for a drink at Distilled Chicago. First drink is free for participants!
Includes all materials!
Feb. 12, 20186:30pm -9:30pm
1740 West Webster AvenueChicago, IL 60614
Purchase Tickets here!
Urban Macrame Fibers + Currency Exchange Cafe
Choose from a variety materials and colors!
All supplies included: - 100% Cotton Rope or Jersey Yarn- Wood Ring or wood dowel- Beginners Knot Guide - A 'how to' of knots, images included, as well as FAQ and an intro to basic terms- Live Instruction
You'll leave with a finished piece for your home or to gift to a loved one as well as enough knowledge to continue your macrame journey. Tasty bites and beverages included!
What will be provided: Macrame rope, Rings, Dowels, Beads, and S-Hooks.Cost $55.00Jan. 28 20181PM-3:30PM
Location:Currency Exchange Cafe307 E. Garfield Blvd.,Chicago, IL, 60637
Click here for workshop tickets!
The Allis at Soho House
Jan 22, 20186:30PM - 9:30pm
Includes all materials113-125 N Green St.Chicago, IL 60661
Purchase Tickets at http://www.theallis.com/
Rebuilding Exchange + Urban Macrame Fibers
Join the Rebuilding Exchange and local macrame Artist, Kenyatta Forbes, for this amazing workshop collaboration to make a hanging planter! In the first part of this workshop, you will learn basic woodworking skills while constructing a planter box out of reclaimed wood. In the second half, Kenyatta will lead participants in creating a beautiful macrame hanger that will attach to the planter box. The workshop will be followed by a leisurely stroll across the Chicago River for a drink at Distilled Chicago. First drink is free for participants!
Jan. 15, 20186:30pm -9:30pm
Includes all materials!
1740 West Webster AvenueChicago, IL 60614
Purchase Tickets here!
The Allis at Soho House
July 12, 20176:30PM - 9:30pm
Includes all materials113-125 N Green St.Chicago, IL 60661
Purchase Tickets at http://www.theallis.com/
The Festive Collective
May 15, 2017 6:30pm-8:30pm
Includes all materials and pot.3279 WEST ARMITAGE AVECHICAGO, IL 60647
Purchase Tickets at www.festivecollective.com
Hyde Park Handmade
Promontory Restaurant, 2nd floor5311 S. Lake Park Ave West, Chicago (behind the Akira)
April 9, 201712pm-4pm
The Allis at Soho House
March 28, 20176:30PM - 9:30pm
Includes all materials113-125 N Green St.Chicago, IL 60661
Purchase Tickets at http://www.theallis.com/
Oakland & Co.
Tickets:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/urban-macrame-class-tickets-30004499265
December 13, 2016 6-8pm
Renegade Craft Fair
LOCATION: Bridgeport Art Center1200 West 35th St.Chicago, IL, 60609
DATES: December 3 + 4, 2016HOURS: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
November 28, 2016
Workshop HP
Join me for a two hour Macrame Workshop at the wonder space in Highland Park. This is a BYOB event!
Click below for more information:http://www.workshophp.com/
November 17, 20167PM-9PM
Bangs Chicago
http://www.bangschicago.com/
Friday, Sept 30, 5PM-9PMSat, October 1, 2016 11AM-9PMSun , October 2, 2016 11AM-6PM
West Elm- Old Orchard
Westfield Old Orchard, Ste L24, 4999Old Orchard Shopping CenterSkokie, IL 60077
August 21, 201611am-5pm
West Elm- Lincoln Park
August 20, 2016 11am-5pm
West Elm- Oak Brook
Oakbrook Center, 2 Oakbrook CenterOak Brook, IL 60523
August 13, 201611am-5pm
Bridgeport Market BBQ
July 31, 201611AM - 4PM