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How to make your own macramé plant hanger
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How to make your own macramé plant hanger

Posted by Nicky Kingston in Inspiration | 5 years ago 3 min read

It's time to get crafty with our Stylist Nicky. She'll show you how to make your own macramé plant hanger, the quick, easy and stylish way to add greenery to your bathroom space.

First off, what is a macramé plant hanger, I hear you cry! Well, macramé itself is the art of tying knots together to form decorative textiles. Thought to originate from Arabia, macramé (or migramah meaning "fringe") textiles were used on horses and camels to keep flies away. From around the 17th century onwards, the art spread throughout the western world and its popularity peaked in the Victorian era. Sailors, who would spend long hours at sea, did the most to promote macramé, producing all manner of designs and selling them once back on dry land.

With the use of basic knots, it's the perfect craft for beginners. Even if you haven't tried it before, you should be able to get the hang of it within the space of a few minutes. So, without any further hitches, let me show you how to make your very own macramé plant hanger.


Things you’ll need:

  • 10 metres of cord (we’ve used 4mm twisted cotton cord but jute or fabric string will work too)
  • A large metal or wooden ring
  • Scissors
  • Tape measure
  • Wall hook

Step-by-step video



Here’s how to make your own macramé plant hanger

  1. To get started cut the cord into 4 lengths, each measuring 250cm. Masking tape the ends to stop the string from fraying when making your planter.

![Cut cord into 4 lengths](https://images.victoriaplum.com/uploads/a450dea0-635d-463b-b3f0-64aeffa94297.jpg?auto=format,compress&q=55 "Cut cord into 4 lengths)

  1. Now, pull all 4 lengths halfway through the metal ring. It’s easier if you hang your metal ring from a hook for the next few steps.

Pull cord halfway through metal ring

  1. Tie a knot to secure the cord in place.

Tie a knot

  1. Measure 30cm down from the knot and tie them off into pairs.

Tie off into pairs

  1. 10cm down from these new knots, tie together adjacent cords to form a net-like structure. Repeat this process to add more connections for greater support.

Repeat the process

  1. Tie all the cords together at the bottom and trim so they are all equal in length. You can fray the ends for a “boho” finish.

Fray the ends

Congratulations, you’ve created your own macramé plant hanger.

All you now need to do is add your favourite pot plant. Remember to care for your plant to enjoy this interesting way of adding greenery to your home.

Check out these great bathroom plant ideas below.



More craft ideas for your bathroom

If you’re into crafting and wish to create your own, unique accessories for your bathroom, make sure you check out our bathroom ideas, where you’ll discover loads of great blog posts like this.

Author, Nicky Kingston

Posted by Nicky Kingston in Inspiration | 5 years ago

Nicky is our resident Stylist and loves bringing new and exciting bathroom trends to life. Nicky’s passion for design led to a 1st class degree in Surface Design & Textiles, before earning a reputation as a home stylist in London.

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