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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Macramé workshops & courses
Knot a wall hanging or plant hanger — beginner-friendly, materials included.
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Where to start with macramé
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.
Good to know
What to buy to get started
What you can make
Project ideas to make at home, from beginner to ambitious.
Wall hanging
A statement piece worked across a wooden dowel.
Plant hanger
A quick first make to hang a pot by a window.
Keyring
A tiny scrap-cord project to practise knots.
Coaster set
Flat knotted rounds to protect your table.
Table runner
A longer knotted panel for the dining table.
Tote bag
A knotted net bag for shopping or the beach.
Macramé
FAQs
Everything you need to know before you book.
Is macramé hard to learn as a beginner?
What cord should a beginner use for macramé?
How much cord do I need for macramé?
What is the difference between macramé and weaving?
Can you learn macramé from an online course?
Learn online
Best ways to learn macramé
Macramé is a learn-at-home craft — a few metres of cord and a self-paced online class are all you need to start.
Learn at home
Self-paced online classes show every knot up close.
Cheap to start
A ball of cotton cord and a dowel — under £15 to begin.
Beginner to advanced
From the square knot to plant hangers and wall hangings.