How Do You Make Macrame Plant Hangers?
Macramé is the art of knotting rope into interesting patterns. Macramé patterns range from relatively simple to the extremely elaborate. With time and practice, you can master complex patterns and even create your own. Macramé is used for wall decorations, baskets and plant hangers. Follow the simple instructions below to make your own macramé plant hanger. Cut six pieces of macramé cord. Each cord should be six times longer than the desired length of your finished piece. Fold all the cords in half. This should make 12 rope ends. Tie the folded end of the cords to the ring. Use an overhand knot by looping the end around the cord and pulling the end through tightly. Separate the ends into three groups of four ends each. At the top of the planter, tie one section of rope ends with a square knot by pulling the right cords over the left cords, twisting and then pulling the left cords over the right. Both ends of the ropes should exit the knot together. For a demonstration of a square knot,