Macramé
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Wall hangings, plant hangers, and home décor made entirely through knotting. One of the most satisfying crafts to start — quick results, minimal equipment, no loom needed.
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Where to start with macramé
Macramé for beginners
What to buy, the best first project, and how to get started step by step.
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Macramé knots guide
Step-by-step instructions for every beginner knot — lark's head, square knot, half hitch, and more.
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Online macramé courses
Domestika courses from £7.99 — close-up video that shows every knot clearly.
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Why macramé
Quick wins, minimal kit
🪢 No loom needed
Just cord, a dowel or ring, and your hands. No specialist equipment required.
💷 Low cost
A 100m spool of 3mm cotton cord costs £8–£15. That's enough for a wall hanging and several plant hangers.
⏱ Fast results
A small plant hanger takes 1–2 hours. A wall hanging 4–8 hours. Visible progress from session one.
Learn the basics
The five knots every macramé beginner needs
Lark's head knot
Used to mount cords onto a dowel or ring. The starting point for almost every macramé project.
Square knot
The most important macramé knot. Two half hitches tied in alternating directions — creates the flat, woven texture typical of macramé.
Half square knot (spiral)
Like a square knot but always in the same direction — creates a spiral twist. Used for plant hangers and decorative columns.
Half hitch
A simple diagonal or horizontal knot used for patterns and transitions between sections.
Gathering knot
Wraps multiple cords together to create a bundle. Used to start and finish plant hangers.
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What to buy to get started
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Domestika's macramé courses use close-up video to show every knot clearly. Self-paced, lifetime access.