Monday, May 25, 2009

Macrame Patterns

This area of my site features an assortment of free Macrame patterns. I’ve included step-by-step instructions for creating unique handmade apparel, fashion accessories, and home décor. I will be adding more patterns on a regular basis, so please return often.

When you’re ready to begin, click on the name or image of each pattern, and a new page will come up. Here you will find instructions, tips, and photos or drawings of each item featured. Within the instructions you will find a description of each item, the type of cord I recommend, and any special supplies necessary. I’ve also added links to the decorative knots used in the pattern, so you can study the knotting techniques ahead of time, if necessary.

If you wish to make handcrafted jewelry, see Micro-Macrame for free patterns to create bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and more.

Below is the current list of free Macrame patterns for you to use and enjoy. Feel free to print them if you prefer them on paper. Also, if you wish to personalize, change them for your own use as needed.

Bracelets, Watches, and Rings

Sliding Sport Bracelet

New Icon Sliding Sport Bracelet

This popular type of bracelet features sliding beads that can be used to keep track of sport scores. It is a very easy pattern, suitable for beginners and children.

Oysterman Bracelet

New Icon Oysterman Bracelet

This project features the Oysterman Button as well as the ever popular Wrapped Knot sliding clasp. You can modify this pattern by using different types of button knots.

Button Rings

New Icon Button Ring

You can use either a fancy button or bead as a feature of this Macrame Ring. I used a shank style button for the purple ring, and a bead for the white one.

Basic Watchband Design

Watchband Design

This basic Micro-Macrame pattern can be used to "recycle" a watch with a worn or broken band. This is an easy project, suitable for a beginner.

Buttonhole Watch

Buttonhole Watch

This pattern is easy to make, but requires a watch face designed for handcrafted jewelry. It features a sliding Wrapped knot Clasp and a Buttonhole design.

Charm Bracelet

Macrame Charm Bracelet

This simple bracelet pattern uses classic Macrame knots, and can be made with any type of cord.

Basic Bracelet

Basic Bracelet

A very easy design, suitable for a beginner. The clasp is made with a decorative button. Make it with leather cord or other stiff material to maintain the shape of the knots.

Spiral a Round Ankle Bracelet

Spiral Ankle Bracelet

The use of Cord Beads makes this ankle bracelet unique. The pattern is a bit challenging, due to the use of fine cord materials.

Bangle Bracelet

Bangle Bracelet

This Micro-macrame pattern is made with a single knot. It's a project suitable for a beginner, even though it calls for fine cord.

Celtic Figure 8 Bracelet

Figure Eight Bracelet

This Celtic pattern combines a Horizontal Figure 8 Chain with Button knots to produce a unique and appealing bracelet.



Western Belt


Western Belt

This pretty Macrame design features both Chevrons and Diamonds. It takes a while to make, but the end result is worth the time and effort.


Picot Key Rings

Picot Key Ring

This pattern can be made with scraps of cord and in several different shapes and sizes.


Designer Hangers

Designer Hangers

Choose from a variety of decorative knots to cover metal Hangers for your clothing. This is one of my special "flexible" Macrame Patterns.




Ribbed Dog Collar

Ribbed Dog Collar (Revised March, 2009)

Have a pampered Pet? This pattern is practical as well as fashionable. Try making a matching bracelet or belt for yourself.


My Butterfly Bookmark

Butterfly Bookmark

This very simple design can easily be made by children over age 3. This is a great project to introduce kids to Macrame.



Square Knot Belt

New Icon Square Knot Belt

This easy pattern for kids and beginners is entirely made from one decorative knot.

Purple Purse

New Icon Purple Purse

You can make this handbag in any color, although purple looks great! This Macrame Pattern is prefect for teens and beginners. I make several recommendations to help kids create their own special touches.

Simple Chain Necklace

Simple Chain Necklace

This necklace is easy to make and suitable for children as well as those new to Macrame.

Flower Bracelet

Flower Bracelet

This Macrame pattern creates a very delicate, feminine bracelet.

Simplicity Bracelet

Simplicity Bracelet

This pattern features the use of 2 novelty buttons. It's an easy pattern, suitable for a beginner or a child.


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