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Macrame plant hanger

A classic knotted plant hanger in soft cotton cord that brings back the 1970s in the best way.

Macrame plant hanger
LevelIntermediate
Time1 hour 30 minutes
Cost$10 to $20

What you'll need

Materials

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Tools

How to make it

  1. Step 1: Cut the cords
    1

    Cut the cords

    Cut 8 cords, each about 3.5 yd long.

  2. Step 2: Loop onto the ring
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    Loop onto the ring

    Fold the cords in half through the ring. Wrap a short cord around them under the ring to bundle them.

  3. Step 3: Make 4 groups
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    Make 4 groups

    Split the 16 strands into 4 groups of 4.

  4. Step 4: Tie square knots
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    Tie square knots

    In each group, tie 4 or 5 square knots in a row, about 12 in down.

  5. Step 5: Join the groups
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    Join the groups

    Drop 6 in. Take 2 strands from neighboring groups and knot them together all the way around. This makes the net.

  6. Step 6: Gather the bottom
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    Gather the bottom

    Drop another 4 in. Gather all strands and wrap them with a short cord. Trim the tails.

  7. Step 7: Set the pot in
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    Set the pot in

    Slide the potted plant into the net and hang it.

Edie's tip

Hang the ring on a hook at chest height while you sit. You'll work with your arms low, which is far easier on the shoulders.

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