How to Make a Macrame Plant Hanger – Easy Tutorials for Beginners

Learn how to make your first Macrame Plant Hanger with my best tips and free, easy, step-by-step tutorials for beginners. With a handy shopping list for supplies and tools to set up your workstation!

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How to Make a Macrame Plant Hanger

Macrame plant hangers are the perfect low-budget projects to practice your Macrame knots. You don’t need fancy cords to make them, and you’ll find countless new ways to decorate your home with all your favorite plants!

Most macrame plant hangers are created using basic knots, knotted in different patterns. These basic knots are pretty easy to master and once you’ve learned them, you can go all out and create your own unique Macrame plant hangers!

TIP: Join the Macrame for Beginners Facebook Group

If you want to connect with other Macrame beginners, share your work, ask for advice, and get inspired with gorgeous projects, make sure to join our Facebook group! We’re happy to help you out!

Which knots to learn for a Macrame Plant Hanger

There are a couple of Macrame knots that you will see in almost every Macrame plant hanger. These knots vary from very easy to learn to a bit more challenging to get right on your first try. But, I promise you’ll be able to master them all super fast with some practice!

Free Macrame Knot Guide

You can create countless gorgeous Macrame plant hangers and other projects with just the basic knots. Download my Free Macrame Knot Guide with step-by-step written instructions and photos to learn them at your own pace.

Macrame Josephine Knot Tutorial

This knot is one of my favorites for a Macrame plant hanger. Although it looks a bit tricky at first, it’s actually quite easy to learn!

Gathering Knot Tutorial

The gathering knot is often used to start and end a plant hanger pattern. It’s a super easy knot to learn and can be used in many ways in all your Macrame pieces.

Macrame Crown Knot Tutorial

Want to end or start your plant hanger in a more fancy way? Then you might like to give the Crown knot a try. It’s a bit more challenging to figure out, but once you get it, you’ll have so much fun using this knot in all your work!

Supplies for Macrame Plant Hangers

What supplies you want to get for your Macrame plant hanger depends on your budget. Most patterns use a wooden ring, small dowel, and beads, which you can quickly source on Etsy or Amazon and in most local craft shops.

Did you know you can also start your Macrame plant hanger without using a ring? Here’s an easy tutorial that explains how to start your Macrame plant hanger with NO ring.

3 Ways to Start a Macrame Plant Hanger without RING

Buying wooden rings, hoops, and dowels for Macrame

I usually browse Etsy until I find something that matches my project. You can look for sellers near you and support local businesses in the process! Click on the links to quickly check all Etsy sellers for each item:

• Wooden Rings
• Metal Rings
• Driftwood
• Standard Wooden Dowel

Where can I buy Macrame beads?

Some plant hanger patterns use pretty wooden beads to break up the knots. When you’re browsing for beads, make sure that the width of the opening corresponds with your cord size, which is usually displayed in mm.

Whether you’re looking for small or XL Macrame beads, Etsy is the best place to find them. Check out this Etsy seller overview for pretty Macrame beads in all colors and sizes, plus even some with cute prints!

What cords should I buy for a Macrame Plant Hanger?

The standard size for Macrame cords is 2-5 mm. Most Macrame plant hangers on Pinterest and YouTube are created with 3-ply cords, but single-twist or braided cords are also a good option.

I love working with Bobbiny Macrame cords. They’re eco-friendly, silky-soft, affordable, and available in many gorgeous, trendy colors. In my Bobbiny Macrame Cord Review, I explain why I recommend this brand, especially to beginners.

If you want more information about which Macrame cords are available and how to choose the right cord for your project, I recommend checking out my Complete Macrame Cord Guide for more in-depth tips.

How do you measure Macrame cords for a plant hanger?

Simple plant hangers usually don’t contain that many knots, so estimating the length you need should be easy. I recommend between 4 to 6 times the length of the total project.

When estimating the length of your cord, it’s important to look at the pattern first. Your cord length will vary depending on how many knots you add and which patterns you make.

When you’re making a plant hanger, make sure your working cords are always longer than your holding cords so you won’t run out of cords in the end. This is especially important when your plant hanger pattern contains Spiral knots.

This handy article on measuring macrame cord lengths offers great tips on calculating your cords.

How do I set up my Macrame workspace?

To work on your Macrame plant hanger, I recommend setting up a simple vertical workstation with a standard clothing rack and S-hooks to hang your rings or dowels.

I’ve written a complete guide on how to set up your Macrame workspace and all the handy tools that are available to make it easier for you to work on your projects.

Macrame Plant Hanger Patterns

When you’re looking for free written-out Macrame patterns, I strongly recommend browsing Pinterest. For a small fee, you can find many beautiful plant hanger patterns on Etsy.

Free Macrame Plant Hanger Patterns

The following free and amazing patterns are perfect for beginners and will teach you step-by-step how to make 7 different types of Macrame Plant Hangers.

TIP! Open the video on YouTube to view the instructions in the description for cutting cords and which cord type to buy for each pattern. You can slow down the speed of the video by opening the settings menu.

Easy Square Knot Macrame Plant Hanger Tutorial

DIY Easy Macrame Plant Hanger Pattern

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