20 of the best macramé kits for beginners and intermediate skill

2022-07-22 22:41:01 By : Ms. Rose Qi

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Learn how to make macramé masterpieces with these DIY craft kits

It’s ‘knot’ unusual to see macramé gracing the pages of interiors magazines or trending on social media. And treating yourself to a macramé kit is a great way to give this craft a go.

The revival of the retro knotted plant hanger that was a must-have home accessory back in the 1970s has led to interior designers and tastemakers lusting after colourful macramé wall hangings and all manner of macramé cord designs; bringing a flavour of handmade chic inside the home.

Good news for crafters: you don’t need to splurge on home décor from the high street to enjoy the revival of this humble knotted craft. The explosion of DIY macramé kits has made the craft more accessible than ever and there are so many projects to choose from that you don’t need to settle for a classic plant holder, though it’s a great place to start! We’ve short-listed the 20 best macramé kits to spruce up your home décor and they include table settings, a shelf and even a DIY deckchair.

Before you get going read our guide on how to do macramé which explains more about what macramé is and includes the seven main knots you’ll need to master. It also features top tips and expert advice from Isabella Strambio Author of Macramé For The Modern Home.

An ideal way to get children involved with macramé, this kit contains everything they’ll need to make a vibrant, colourful hanging decoration; complete with fluffy pom poms.

Effective and elegant, once you’ve learnt how to make this set of gorgeous green leaves you’ll be able to make more foliage-inspired designs; perfect if you’re not green-fingered but want to enjoy plant life at home. Along with the written instructions, the kit includes a video tutorial.

Part of DMC’s Mindful Making series, the focus of this macramé kit is to ‘stitch, breathe and repeat’ and once you’ve got into the rhythm of making your mat, you can simply relax and enjoy the process of watching it come together.

You can never have too much bunting, but why have fabric flags when you can macramé them? This cute kit comes in rainbow and neutral options so you can choose the colour palette that best matches your home décor.

Macramé doyenne Isabella Strambio has her own macramé weaving kits and we particularly love this eye-catching wall hanging. Inside you’ll find all the tools and materials you need to make it with easy-to-follow written instructions.

With step-by-step instructions featuring full colour photography, these joyful fringed coasters are brilliant for beginners and will make your table and mug very happy.

A satisfying introduction to macramé, this delicate heart is made from 100% cotton yarn and the kit allows you to practise basic macramé knots while creating a beautiful wallhanging.

Bring a touch of boho beauty to your dining table with this gorgeous macramé table runner. The kit is available with different colours of wool to suit your interiors; pick either red, green, purple or natural.

There's no sign of succulents going out of fashion. They make a fantastic home accessory, whether they’re real or not! Add essential oils or fragrance to the wooden beads that come with this macramé kit to transform them into scented diffusers for your wardrobe.

If a classic rainbow palette doesn’t appeal, you can request the colours you’d like so you can personalise this kit for your home. If you get stuck while you're making it you can also message the designer who is happy to answer any questions.

Once you’ve mastered the basics of macramé, why not give yourself a large-scale project to show off your knack for knotting? To make this impressive piece of furniture you’ll need a deckchair to cover. The finished seating area measures 50cm by 1.1m so prepare yourself for a lot of knots; the results will be worth it.

A perfect house-warming gift for a creative friend, there’s enough yarn in this kit to make four coasters and four placemats. Bring along the finished handmade creations to surprise your pal when you pop over to visit their new abode.

Perfect for an alternative wreath to celebrate any season, this macramé mandala is very satisfying to make. It's constructed with two basic knots that are repeated around a metal ring and comes in a gorgeous berry shade.

Smiles are guaranteed with this kit – you can make 18 fairies. Perfect for a crafternoon session with friends and family, these friendly fairies use the knotted principles of macramé while making them accessible for newcomers to the craft.

Bring a crafty twist to your home storage with this single rope shelf while trying macramé for the first time. This kit is aimed at beginners but the results look like you’re a macramé pro.

Containing everything you need to make a three-tier shelf, including the wooden shelves and rope, this is a generous kit containing clear instructions. There’s even a cloth to help keep your new shelves clean.

Bring lunar love to your living room with this charming crescent hanging. The kit contains a moon-shaped frame and natural cotton yarn with easy-to-follow instructions.

These dinky macramé plant pot holders (that hold pots of 6cm) are ideal for a novice as they're made from wide, chunky knots and once you've mastered one, you'll be able to complete the second two with ease.

Ideal for a crafter that has caught the macramé bug and is seeking their next creative challenge. This beautiful cushion would make a wonderful gift if you can bear to part with it.

A sustainable tree that you can re-use every festive season, this Scandi-inspired macramé kit will revolutionalise your Christmas decorations. It comes with natural wooden beads that look like baubles and mainly uses square and cloves hitch knots. Best if you have intermediate macramé skills.