Macrame garlands are a beautiful and unique way to add some bohemian charm to your home decor. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to create a simple macrame garland that you can use to decorate your walls, windows, or shelves.
Materials:
4mm cotton cord (one piece, 25 feet long)
Scissors
Dowel or branch (optional)
Step 1: Cut your cord
Cut one piece of 4mm cotton cord, 25 feet long. Fold the cord in half and tie a knot at the top to create a loop. Hang the loop on a hook or dowel to keep it organized.
Step 2: Create the center knot
Take the two center cords and tie a knot about 6 inches from the top. This will create the center of your garland.
Step 3: Create the square knots
Take one cord from each adjacent pair and tie a square knot (right over left, left over right) about 3 inches below the center knot. Repeat this process with the other adjacent pairs until you have four sets of square knots.
Step 4: Create the diamond knots
Take the two outer cords from two adjacent sets of square knots and tie a diamond knot (left over middle, right over left, left over middle, right over left) about 2 inches below the square knots. Repeat this process with the other two sets of square knots until you have two sets of diamond knots.
Step 5: Create the fringe
Take all eight cords and tie a knot at the bottom, leaving about 6 inches of cord below the knot. This will create the base of your garland. Trim the ends of the cords to your desired length and comb them out to create a fringe effect.
Step 6: Finish your garland
Slide the loops at the top of the garland onto a dowel or branch to hang it on the wall. You can also use the loops to attach the garland to a curtain rod or other decorative element.
Tips:
Be patient and take your time with each knot to ensure that your garland is secure and balanced.
Experiment with different knotting techniques and colors to create a unique design.
Use a dowel or branch that is sturdy and can handle the weight of the garland.
We hope you enjoyed this tutorial on how to make a macrame garland. Happy knotting!
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