47 Free Macrame Patterns With Video Tutorials

by Nicole Woo
Collage of all 47 free macrame pattern photos by Bochiknot: Christmas and Halloween ornaments, wall hangings, plant hangers, keychains, coasters, bags, home decor and knot patterns
All 47 patterns on this page, each with a free video tutorial. Christmas and fall patterns are first because it’s the season.
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FREE MACRAME PATTERNS · BY NICOLE WOO · UPDATED OCTOBER 2026

Hi, I’m Nicole. These are 47 free macrame patterns I designed, knotted and filmed myself, and every one comes with a full video tutorial so you can knot along with me.

They’re for anyone who wants a pattern they can actually finish: 27 are beginner-friendly (Stage 1 of the Macrame Journey) and 20 are intermediate (Stage 2) for when you’re ready to stretch. Each card below shows the finished piece, the level, the video length and the cord I recommend, so you can choose in a glance.

Working Through The 47? Get The Knots Behind Them

Every knot these patterns use is in my free 50 Macrame Knots & Sennits guide. Join the Bochiknot email list to get it straight away, and I’ll let you know when a new free pattern joins this list.

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Nicole’s Start Here Picks: My 3 Easiest Patterns For Complete Beginners
  1. The Beginner Feather Keychain (23 min video): it’s small, it’s quick, and it’s the one I’d hand anyone who has never tied a knot.
  2. The Macrame Coaster (15 min video): you’ll have something useful on your table by the end of one cup of coffee.
  3. The Plant Hanger Every Beginner Should Make First (14 min video): no ring needed, and it’s my favourite way to feel like a real macrame maker on day one.

Want a gentler path with even more hand-holding? My 12 free macrame projects for beginners puts the easiest starter projects in order, so you always know what to make next.

Free Macrame Patterns At A Glance

Patterns47 free patterns, all with video
Skill Levels27 beginner (Stage 1), 20 intermediate (Stage 2)
Most-Used CordSingle Strand Cotton Cord, 3mm or 4mm
Best First PatternsKeychains, coasters, small wall hangings
Categories8, from seasonal ornaments to bags and knot patterns
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Quick Answer: What Are The 47 Free Macrame Patterns?

They are Bochiknot’s 47 free macrame patterns by Nicole Woo, each with written steps, photos and a video tutorial. They cover 8 categories: seasonal, wall hangings, plant hangers, keychains, coasters, bags and fashion, home and pets, and knot patterns. Beginners should start with any Stage 1 pattern.

Video length is a guide, not the time the project takes. Beginner/Intermediate labels and suggested cords are Bochiknot recommendations; each pattern post lists the exact cord and cutting list.

Why These 47 Patterns?

The Bochiknot blog has far more posts than this. These 47 made the list because each one passes the same four tests:

  • There’s A Full Video Tutorial. Every pattern here has a start-to-finish video where I knot it with you, not just photos.
  • It’s A Complete Written Pattern. Each post lists the materials and walks you through it with step-by-step photos, with the cord and cutting details for that piece.
  • It Teaches You Something. Each pattern is placed at a stage of the Macrame Journey, so finishing it moves you to the next skill rather than repeating the last one.
  • It Covers Something You’ll Want To Make. Together they span 8 categories, from 10-minute-video keychains to statement wall hangings, gifts, nursery decor and seasonal ornaments.

What Makes A Bochiknot Pattern Different

Teacher-Led Video For Every PatternI film each pattern myself and explain why each knot sits the way it does, so you learn tension and technique, not just steps.
A Tested Cord On Every CardEach card names the Bochiknot cord I recommend for it, by type, size and colour. 28 of the 47 use Single Strand Cotton Cord in 3mm or 4mm.
Journey Stages, Not GuessworkEvery pattern is labelled Stage 1 or Stage 2, so you always know what to make next.
Clean FinishesSome patterns are designed with no fringe at all, like the fringeless star ornament and the fringe-free heart coaster.
Fewer Supplies To BuySome skip hardware you might not have, like the plant hanger that needs no ring.
Honest Notes From My TableMany of the pattern posts include the spots where I struggled and how I fixed them, so your first try goes more smoothly.

Free Macrame Pattern Index: Jump By Category

Tap a category or a number to jump straight to it.

Free Christmas & Fall Macrame Patterns (Patterns 1–6)

Watch Nicole Make It

Two of this season’s Christmas patterns, start to finish. The angel’s wings are knotted leaves; the tree is my newest pattern, built from spirals of half hitches.

Macrame Angel Ornament video tutorial · Watch on YouTube ↗
Spiral Macrame Christmas Tree video tutorial · Watch on YouTube ↗

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Free Macrame Wall Hanging Patterns (7–16)

Watch Nicole Make It

Watch the feather wall hanging from mounting to the final brushed fringe. It’s a beginner-friendly way to practise cutting and shaping.

Macrame Feather Wall Hanging video tutorial · Watch on YouTube ↗

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Free Macrame Plant Hanger Patterns (17–22)

Watch Nicole Make It

Follow along as I add beads to a classic plant hanger, so you can see how the beads sit between the square knots.

Macrame Plant Hanger with Beads video tutorial · Watch on YouTube ↗

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Free Macrame Keychain Patterns (23–29)

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Free Macrame Coaster Patterns (30–33)

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Free Macrame Bag, Jewelry & Fashion Patterns (34–39)

Watch Nicole Make It

See how the open net of the Prada-style bag is spaced and joined, so your bag hangs evenly.

Prada-Style Macrame Net Bag video tutorial · Watch on YouTube ↗

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Free Macrame Home, Nursery & Pet Patterns (40–44)

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Free Macrame Knot Pattern & Texture Patterns (45–47)

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Cord & Tools For These 47 Patterns

You don’t need a different cord for every pattern. Most of the 47 use one of the cords below, and each pattern card names the exact one I recommend.

The Macrame Journey: Welcome Macrame Box

The Macrame Journey: Welcome Macrame Box

Cord, tools and guided lessons if you want everything ready for your first Stage 1 pattern.

Get The Welcome Box →

Also On Amazon & Etsy

Prefer to shop on Amazon? Bochiknot cord and tools are also on our Amazon US storefront and Amazon Canada storefront. Printable pattern ebooks (and some cord bundles) are in the Bochiknot Etsy shop.

Also Handy (Not Sold By Bochiknot): a few outside supplies these patterns use.

Some links to outside products are Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, Bochiknot earns from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. We always recommend our own Bochiknot cord and tools first.

Bochiknot 50 Macrame Knots and Sennits ebook

PRINTABLE & AD-FREE

Want Your Favourite Patterns On Paper?

All 47 patterns stay free here. If you’d rather keep a printable, ad-free copy beside your cord, shop Bochiknot patterns and kits first, or find printable macrame pattern ebooks in the Bochiknot Etsy shop.

Browse Pattern Ebooks On Etsy →

Free Macrame Patterns FAQs

Where can I find free macrame patterns?

All 47 patterns on this page are free on the Bochiknot blog, each with written steps, photos and a video tutorial by Nicole Woo. They are grouped into 8 categories, and the pattern index lets you jump by category.

Are there free macrame patterns for beginners?

Yes. 27 of the 47 are labelled Beginner (Stage 1). All 7 keychains and all 4 coasters are Stage 1, and the six-knot plant hanger and small wall hanging are good first projects too.

Can I get these macrame patterns as a free PDF?

Join the Bochiknot email list for the free 50 Macrame Knots & Sennits PDF. Printable, ad-free pattern ebooks are available in the Bochiknot Etsy shop.

What cord do I need for macrame patterns?

Most patterns here use cotton macrame cord in 3mm or 4mm. Plant hangers and bags often use 3-ply or braided 4mm–5mm cord, and earrings or ornaments use 2mm. Each card lists a suggested Bochiknot cord, and every pattern post has its full cutting list.

How long does a macrame pattern take?

Small projects like keychains and coasters can be finished in an afternoon; larger wall hangings and bags take longer. Each card shows the length of the video tutorial as a guide.

Can I sell items made from these free patterns?

Please check the pattern post or contact Bochiknot before selling pieces made from a pattern.

Your Next Step With Macrame

Need the knots first? Read 3 essential macrame knots for beginners, then follow the Macrame Journey stage by stage. Before you cut, learn how to measure macrame cord.

Bochiknot 50 Macrame Knots and Sennits ebook

Free For Beginners

Get The Free 50 Knots Guide

Every knot in these 47 patterns, in one printable guide.

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A LITTLE SUPPORT FOR YOUR NEXT PROJECT

Keep Learning With The Bochiknot Patreon Community

If you would like a regular reason to pick up your cord, explore the Bochiknot community on Patreon. Choose the level of guidance that fits the projects you want to make.

Nicole holding a finished macrame coaster in a warm craft studio

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Mini-Macrame Creations

Explore smaller projects with patterns and video guidance.

Nicole practicing macrame knotwork beside a video lesson

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Mastering Macrame Skills

Build your technique through guided projects, lessons, and creative challenges.

Nicole beside a detailed macrame wall hanging in a bright studio

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Macrame Masterpiece

Explore a learning and materials-kit option. Compare the kit schedule and shipping details on Patreon.

Tier 3 also has Macrame Masterpiece Lite (S2) and Macrame Masterpiece Bundle (S1) options. See Patreon for the current inclusions, availability, and pricing.

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Pick one of the 47 from your stage and finish it before starting the next. Finished projects teach you more than half-finished ones.

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