18 Ocean Inspired Macrame Projects for Beginners

From a gorgeous turquoise Macrame wall hanging to a cute Macrame fish and an adorable Macrame Mermaid, these 18 creative Ocean Inspired Macrame projects are perfect for all sealovers!
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Ocean Inspired Macrame Projects
Seashells, mermaids, oysters, fish, and gorgeous turquoise water! I love everything about the ocean (maybe that’s why I moved to an island) and can’t wait to share all my favorite ocean inspired Macrame projects with you all!
What will you make? Choose from gorgeous Macrame wall hanging patterns, keychain tutorials and 3D seashell projects by the best Macrame teachers on YouTube!
DIY Beach Home Decor
Making your own boho beach decor with Macrame is super easy! Decorate your walls, shelves and tables with countless amazing DIY projects! New to Macrame? Check my Complete Guide on How to Get Started with Macrame!
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Are you looking for more fun beginner-friendly Macrame patterns? I’m sure you’ll love these too!
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Join our Macrame for Beginners Facebook Group
I can’t wait to see your beautiful Macrame projects so make sure to join our Macrame for Beginners Facebook Group and share your work!
Sonata Del Mar Macrame Wall Hanging
This masterpiece by talented teacher Sasha from Fibers of Mine is the perfect ode to the ocean. Learn how to make the Sonata Del Mar and watch this great step-by-step tutorial!
Easy Macrame Seashell Wall Hanging
How cute is this pink seashell hanging by Chasta from Soulful Notions? Pick your favorite colors and start making this pretty project today!
Macrame Shell Wall Hanging with Beads
Get creative with this modern macrame wall hanging with beads and a pretty seashell pattern by Sasha MACRAMESSAGE!
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Macrame Oyster Shell
Learn how to make 3D micro-macrame oyster shells with pearls by teacher Macrame Tita! How about that for ocean inspired Macrame projects?!
Macrame Fish Tail Keychain
Make yourself some colorful fishtail Macrame keychains with this easy to follow tutorial by talented Youtuber Made in May!
Macrame Seashell Pattern Wall Hanging
Get started with this beautiful Macrame wall hanging by Dan Soliman from Habit Made. Need some more help? This in-depth tutorial will show you exactly how to make the seashell pattern.
Macrame Wave Wall Hanging
Make some waves with this super cute and simple Macrame wall hanging by String Theory Macrame!
Shop my favorite Macrame cords
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Ocean Inspired Macrameweave
Incorporate all your favorite ocean colors into this amazing macraweave! Get started now with this helpful tutorial by Made in May.
Macrame Shell Necklace
Make yourself a gorgeous Papua Necklace and decorate your walls with some amazing Macrame art. This tutorial by Sasha MACRAMESSAGE is just perfect!
Macrame Fish Wall Hanging
Blub blub, make some cute Macrame fishies with this beginner-friendly pattern for a Macrame fish wall hanging!
Macrame DIY Seashell Keychain
Never lose your keys and make yourself this super cute Macrame Seashell Keychain with this amazing tutorial by Soulful Notions!
Micro Macrame Spiral Seashell
Learn how to make these cute and colorful micro Macrame seashells with talented teacher Macrame Tita!
Macrame Fish Pattern Wall Hanging
Decorate your walls with some gorgeous Macrame fish and get started with this lovely Macrame fish wall hanging by teacher Gray Wonders!
Macrame Wave with Turtle Wall Hanging
Isn’t this so cute?! Make your own wall hanging circle with turtle and watch this great beginner-friendly tutorial by Macrame School!
Macrame Mermaid Doll
Make your own beautiful Macrame Mermaid doll with this awesome tutorial by Mell! I can’t wait to see your little Ariel Mermaid dolls in our Facebook Group!
Macrame Sailboat Pattern
Sail away with me! This unqiue project is perfect for oceanlovers! Make your own Macrame sailboat with this great tutorial by Macrame School.
Macrame Boho Seashells
Get creative with this adorable 3D Macrame seashell pattern. Pick your favorite colors and watch this helpful tutorial to get started!
Macrame Shells Wall Hanging
Make yourself this lovely Macrame Shell Wall Hanging with beads and decorate your home with some lovely beach home decor.
Macrame 3D Shell Pattern
Let Gray Wonders teach you how to make this amazing 3D Macrame shell pattern and use this knotting technique in all your pretty wall hangings!
Share your Ocean Inspired Macrame Projects
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Happy Knotting!
Love,
Marloes