Transform Your Table with This Unique Macrame Flower Coaster

Getting Started: Materials and Tools

• 3-4mm macrame cord (3 colors) – Choose 3mm for a finer look or 4mm for something a bit thicker, depending on your preference

Essential Macrame Tools:

You Will Also Need Some Essential Tools:

• Sharp detailing / trimming scissors
• Measuring Tape

Macrame Flower Coaster with Stem and Leaf Details

Skill Level:

• Beginner 

Completed Size:

• 4" length x 4" height

Time Duration:

• 1 - 2 hours 

Materials Needed (for 1 unit):

• 3-4mm macrame cord (3 different cords)
• Crochet hook (optional)
  

Length  of Cord Needed:

• Outer Flower (Color #1): 1 x 320 cm ( 126") ,1 x 130 cm 951")

• Inner Flower (Color #2): 1 x 120 cm (47"), 1 x 130 cm (51")

• Stem (Color #3): 1 x 100 cm (39"), 1 x 30 cm (12"), 1 x 50 cm (20")

How to Make a FUN DIY Macrame Flower Coaster with Stem and Leaf | Video Tutorial

How to Make a FUN DIY Macrame Flower Coaster with Stem and Leaf | Step-by-Step Guide

*Note: We recommend following the tutorial video for more detailed instructions and to achieve the best results.

This will provide additional guidance and clarity as you work through each step

Step 1 :

• Take 1 x 120 cm Color # 2 Cord and place it down horizontally.
• Attach a strand of 320 cm Color #1 cord onto the horizontal cord with a Reverse Lark's Head knot.

Step 2 :

• Add 2 Vertical Lark's Head knots on the right-side with the right-working cord
  and then another 2 on the left-side with the left working cord.

Step 3 :

• Fold the pattern over together and attach 1 x  130 cm Color #1 cord onto the 2 horizontal Anchor cords with Double Half Hitch ("DHH") knots. 

Step 4 :

• Take a strand of Color #2 cord at 130 cm long and attach it onto the 2 anchor cords with DHH knots as well.

Step 5 :

• Take the right anchor cord to the right for 2 DHH knots.

Step 6 :

• With the third working cord, make 5 vertical Lark's Head knots onto the anchor cord.

Step 7 :

• Bring the anchor cord to the left for 2 DHH knots.

Step 8:

• Repeat for 3 more petals to the right.

Step 9 :

• Follow the same pattern on the left side for 4 flower petals to the left.

Step 10 :

• Using Color #3 cords, use a 50 cm working cord to make 5 consecutive vertical Lark's Head knots onto the 30 cm anchor cord.

Step 11 :

• Using a strand of  Color #3 cord at 100 cm long, make 2 Square knots onto the middle 4 Then make another 2 Square knots with all vertical cords as anchor cords.

Step 12 :

• Place half of the leaf pattern on the front and half to the back on the right side.
  Then make 3 consecutive Square knots gathering all the cords in the middle.

Step 13 :

• Trim off excess cords and tuck the working cord ends through the Square knots at the back.

And there you have it—a sweet little macrame flower coaster with a stem and leaf, all knotted up and ready to brighten your space!

This project is such a fun way to dip into macrame, and I hope you enjoyed following along.

If you haven’t yet, check out the full tutorial in my video (watch here))—it’s got all the steps laid out, plus a few extra tips to make your coaster shine.

Also swing by our Macrame Journey page for a whole collection of projects to try next.

If you’re hooked on coasters or ready to tackle something new—like wall hangings, plant holders, or even a mini masterpiece for your space—there’s plenty more to explore.

Each one comes with easy steps and ideas to spark your creativity. Check it out, find your next favorite, and let’s keep knotting together!

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