The art of macrame was something I loved to do as a teen. Some things that I made were purses, plant hangers, and jewelry.
Many of my first projects were macramé bracelets, much like the beaded macrame bracelet patterns below.
The knotting was simple and meditative, and the bracelets were so pretty. Check out our page on macrame knots!
But bracelets are not the only jewelry that can be made using the macramé technique! Some jewelry that can be made with macramé are:
- Earrings
- Pendants
- Necklaces
- Bracelets
- Paracord bracelets
- Crystal holder necklaces
- Brooches
- Anklets
A type of jewelry that is popular right now is big earrings. There are several free projects below that involve making big earrings. I love the feathered leaf macramé earrings by Craftsy Hacks.
They are simple to make, and feather earrings are one of the popular big earrings that are in style right now.
tips for beginners
- Start Simple: Begin with basic knots and gradually try more complex patterns after some practice.
- Use a Board: A macramé board or something as simple as a clipboard can help keep the work in place when making knots.
- Measure Twice: Be sure to have enough cord to finish the project. What looks like a lot of cording is used up quickly when knotting.
Are friendship bracelets macramé?
Yes, definitely! Friendship bracelets can be made from macramé! There are several free friendship bracelet patterns below.
The rainbow friendship bracelet with beads is so pretty! This comes to us from Artsy Fartsy Mama. The bracelet is made with a variegated rainbow cording with several pearl beads along it.
What is the best cord for macrame jewelry?
For small and intricate jewelry, the best cord is 1mm to 2mm strings. Embroidery floss, thin jute, and hemp all make great jewelry cording.
Friendship bracelets, macrame mentioned above, are most often knotted with embroidery floss.
However, some of the larger jewelry pieces like pendants would look nice made of a thin cotton yarn.
Don't be intimidated by the appearance of macramé! It can look very complicated, but the knots are simple to make.
Look below at the exciting free macramé jewelry patterns and tutorials. You are sure to find a great project that catches your eye!
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This macrame necklace only uses one macrame knot, but the finished piece looks much more complex. Get the free macrame pattern here.
Crafting On The Fly
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Use these step-by-step instructions to make a beginner level bracelet with hemp cord and beads.
Craft Bits
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Choose two of your favorite colors of nylon cord and make this amazing macramé bracelet with a button clasp. This fine nylon cord is comfortable and great to accessorize your look for work, leisure hours, and even beach days.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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Follow this beginner friendly macrame necklace pattern to make your own DIY jewelry.
One Little Project
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This bohemian style and simple macrame bracelet design is sure to become one of your staple jewelry items
Gathered How
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Using a single cord length and just one type of knot, you can create various chunky macrame necklace designs to suit your personal style. This technique is great for beginners.
Tiny Workshops
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Three friendship macrame patterns for bracelets using basic knots such as overhand knots, half hitch knots and double half hitch knots.
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A simple two-ring clasp is the perfect way to finish off the white macramé cuff bracelet.
How Did You Make This
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Here are free instructions for making a cute macrame beaded anklet.
Otherwise Amazing
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These Boho style earrings are super easy and quick to make with minimal supplies - cotton yarn, ear hook, scissors and comb.
The Knit Stitch
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Make some modern, stylish, and colorful bracelets using jewelry cords and connectors with these free instructions from Honestly WIF.
Honestly WFT
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Make a macrame necklace with the full project instructions and tutorial on this page.
Collective Gen
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With a piece of leather lace, cotton string and dye make a one-of-a-kind modern macrame necklace.
The Merry Thought
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Learn how to make stunning macrame feather earrings by following step-by-step instructions.
Crafting On The Fly
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Get ready to craft your own charming macrame lanyard! This delightful DIY lanyard combines beauty and functionality with simple knots, making it the perfect project for macrame beginners.
One Little Project
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These macrame leaf earrings are beautiful craft adults and even teens can make.
Craftsy Hacks
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Make this DIY macrame bracelet with macrame cord and beads. A perfect DIY project for teens and adults.
Craftsy Hacks
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In this post, they explain how they made macrame bracelets using yarn and macrame over bangles with two different colors.
Mary and Patch
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Learn how to create an interchangeable macrame crystal holder necklace with this detailed tutorial!
Marching North
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Grab hoop earrings and turn them into stunning macrame earrings using some macrame cotton cord. Another free macrame pattern.
Cuckoo 4 Design
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Learn how to make stylish and comfortable macrame earrings with this step-by-step tutorial.
The Craftaholic Witch
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These macrame feather earrings work up quickly with these free instructions.
Craftily Concorted
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Create a macrame bracelet with things around the home - string and hex nuts—another free bracelet pattern.
Mini Eco
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Make this macrame statement necklace piece with this free tutorial and basic macrame knots.
Gather How
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With this free macrame pattern, you can make a bracelet with a lacy appearance.
How Did You Make This
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This owl necklace features several macrame decorative knots and this free macrame pattern.
Free Macrame Patterns
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Paracord bracelets are a fun activity for boys and girls. Learn how to make a paracord bracelet using one or two paracord colors (with or without beads) with our video tutorial.
Needlepointers Craft
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Tween and teens can make this macrame/knotted brooch for mom for Mother's Day.
My White Idea DIY
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This is a fun bracelet made with colorful rainbow hemp and beads. Use this free tutorial to make these easy friendship bracelets for teens to share with friends.
Artsy Fartsy Mama
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Wear your beach discoveries by making a macrame necklace using these instructions and a simple knotting technique.
Crafts by Amanda
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This simple project is made with square knots and can be enhanced by choosing a brass bar for a sleek, modern look.
A Beautiful Mess
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Make macrame earrings that are SO PRETTY and SO EASY using only two simple knots!
One Little Project
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This macrame bracelet is adorable and simple to make using a spiral knot technique.
One Little Project
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Try out your knot-tying skills for a macramé pendant.
Affiliate Link to Yarnspirations
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Do you have a pretty stone you want to make into a necklace? This is the tutorial for you.
Craftsy Hacks
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Learn how to make cool friendship bracelets using macrame knots and either yarn, hemp cord or embroidery floss.
Jennie Masterson
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Use this FREE laser cutting file to make a stylish pair of wooden macrame earrings.
Artsy Fartsy Mama
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