Macrame Step-by-Step – A Beginner’s Guide

Macramé Step-by-Step – A Beginner’s Guide

Dreaming of creating your own wall hanging, woven plant hanger, or a stylish bookmark?
Macramé is the perfect way to express your creativity, relax, and make something beautiful.
The best part—you don’t need any experience! This step-by-step macramé guide will show you how to start and what materials you’ll need to begin your knotting journey.

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What is Macramé?

Macramé is the art of tying cords into decorative patterns without using needles or knitting needles.
It’s a perfect technique for beginners because it’s based on simple knots that you can later combine into more elaborate designs.

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How to Start Macramé

If you’re wondering how to start, just follow these simple steps:

1. Choose the right cord
For beginners, we recommend:

• Twisted cords – soft, easy to unravel and brush out, great for making fringes. See our single and triple twist cords.

• Braided cords – stronger, ideal for functional projects such as coasters or bags. See our braided cords.

For starters, choose a thickness of 3–5 mm—it’s easier to work with. In our shop, you’ll find recycled macramé cords that are eco-friendly, beautiful, and pleasant to work with.

2. Prepare your base
A wooden dowel, metal ring, or branch will serve as the base for your first project. This is where you’ll attach your cords.

3. Learn the basic knots
Don’t worry—macramé step-by-step is truly simple. To begin, all you need are three basic knots:

• Lark’s Head Knot

• Square Knot

• Spiral Knot

You can find plenty of easy step-by-step tutorials online (for example, on Instagram @sznurkioutlet).

4. Start with small projects
The best beginner-friendly projects are:

• Bookmarks

• Small wall hangings

• Keychains or macramé leaves

Over time, you can move on to larger pieces like dreamcatchers or plant hangers.

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Why Try Macramé?

✔️ Helps you relax and unwind
✔️ Boosts your creativity
✔️ Lets you create unique handmade décor and gifts
✔️ Requires little investment to start
✔️ Can be done anywhere—at home, in a café, or even while travelling

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Macramé for Beginners – What to Avoid

❌ Don’t start with very thin cords—they’re harder to work with.
❌ Avoid overly complicated projects at first—it can be discouraging.
❌ Don’t stress if it’s not perfect—handmade pieces have their own charm!

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Ready to Start?

Visit our shop and choose macramé cords designed especially for beginners.
We offer a wide range of colours, thicknesses, and cord types so you can easily find the perfect match for your project.

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And if you’re looking for more inspiration, join us on Instagram @sznurkioutlet—you’ll find tutorials, tips, and project ideas you can make yourself.