KnotAgain

KnotAgain is owned by two sisters who use the art of macramé to create homeware, bags, and sandals. Hlah and Linnet create each piece themselves, prioritising a no-to-low waste production chain and using natural materials and dyes where possible. KnotAgain is known for its macramé handbags, cushions, and wall hangings made using cotton, jute, and upcycled materials.

Resources and materials

  • Uses natural fibres such as cotton and jute, and recycled T-shirt yarn
  • Cotton cord sourced from a local manufacturer who spins their own yarn
  • Dyes using natural elements such as turmeric or avocados

Making and manufacturing

  • Each piece is made by hand by Hlah and Linnet
  • The macrame process uses no electricity or water

Social and cultural

  • Hosts workshops to share skills with others

Product and design

  • Pieces are trans-seasonal
  • Unsold items are altered to create new pieces
  • Off-cuts are used for other pieces; for example, off-cuts from bags are used to make their fibre mirrors
  • Repair services offered

Packaging and distribution

  • Products are sold or shipped in paper bags
  • Tags are made of wood
2021 Nominee: Accessory Award

Address

V&A Waterfront, 17 Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa