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Learn How to Knot

New to macrame?

You don’t need to know every knot to get started.

Most macrame projects begin with knowing just a few simple knots and techniques that quickly become easier with practice.

Start with these beginner knots

Then onto your first project

Don’t have cotton cord?

Try out the quick and easy jute plant hanger

  • 3 x 3m lengths of jute twine

    Fabric Scissors

    Measuring Tape

  • Approx. 15 minutes

  • Beginner

Don’t have any cord?

Try the pre-cut cord plant hanger kit

  • Pre-cut cotton cord

    Fabric Scissors

    wooden hoop

    s hooks

  • Approx. 1-2 hours

  • Confident Beginners

Have too much cord?

Or a colour you don’t know what to use for? Try the tote bag.

  • 5mm Cotton Cord (134m)

    Fabric Scissors

    Measuring Tape

  • Approx. 2-3 hours

  • Intermediate

Not sure what to do with the cord?

This placemat pattern is a great way to build confidence with the double half hitch knot.

  • 5mm Cotton Cord (62m)

    Fabric Scissors

    Measuring Tape

    Large eye needle

    Small brush

  • Approx. 3-4 hours

  • Confident Beginners

Want to customise these designs?

Use my free macrame cord calculator to help you change the size or plan your very own macrame project from scratch.