# Crochet Grand Pianos Joana Vasconcelos Creates Intricate Macrame Folk Art By Allison Love | Published 2010-07-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joana-vasconcelos References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/32920/) & [yourstudio.wordpress](http://yourstudio.wordpress.com/2010/07/23/crafty-folk-futures/) Artist Joana Vasconcelos has created quite a few [intricate and amazing pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) of [folk art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog) using the methods of macrame and crochet. With works displayed in the Haunch of Venison in London, Joana Vasconcelos has visibly put an immense amount of effort into her pieces. In creating visually and esthetically pleasing artworks, the artist is influenced by 70s fashions as well as other [cultural aspects from around the globe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearl-jam), making each piece that much more unique. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Intricate Macrame Folk Art:** There is an opportunity for artists and designers to explore the use of intricate macrame techniques in creating visually stunning folk art pieces. - **Revival of 70s Fashions:** Fashion designers can tap into the nostalgic appeal of 70s fashion and incorporate it into modern clothing designs for a unique and trendy aesthetic. - **Global Cultural Influences in Art:** Artists can incorporate various cultural influences from around the world to create pieces that are visually striking and culturally significant. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Crafts:** Art and craft industries can embrace the trend of macrame and crochet techniques to create intricate and unique art pieces that cater to a niche market. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the revival of 70s fashion to create clothing lines that cater to consumers seeking a nostalgic and retro-inspired wardrobe. - **Cultural Tourism:** Cultural tourism industry can benefit from the incorporation of global cultural influences in art exhibitions and installations, attracting visitors interested in diverse art forms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Textile Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral.md) - [Breathtaking Woven Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-installation.md) - [Sculptural Knitted Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-knitted-objects.md) - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Handwoven Colorful Tapestries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versus-edition-one.md) - [Whimsical Woven Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-speakers.md)