The "Bochiknot" Story
About Bochiknot: Bochiknot is a family-run macramé brand founded in 2020 by Nicole. Based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The brand offers macramé cord, tutorials, and patterns to over 200,000 crafters across the US, Canada, Australia, and worldwide. Bochiknot has published 400+ free tutorials and designed 300+ unique patterns across YouTube, its blog, and Patreon.
It started with a Pinterest rabbit hole.
You know the kind — where you sit down for five minutes and look up two hours later wondering where your afternoon went.
That's exactly what happened to me.
I'm Nicole, and back in 2019, I stumbled across macramé for the very first time. I was instantly captivated — the textures, the patterns, the way something so beautiful could come from nothing more than a piece of cord and a few simple knots.
So I tried it. And honestly? I was hooked.
Here's the thing, though.
Learning wasn't easy. Tutorials were scattered, cord was hard to find, and as a beginner I kept thinking — it shouldn't be this hard to just get started.
So my husband Eric and I decided to do something about it.
We built Bochiknot from our home — two people, one shared passion, and a whole lot of knots. A place where anyone could find the supplies, the guidance, and the support to actually enjoy macramé.
So — what does "Bochiknot" actually mean?
Bochi blends two things that define everything we do: the boho spirit — free, natural, and beautifully unstructured — and chi, the quiet life energy that flows back to you through mindful making.
Add knot, and you have the whole philosophy in a single word.
Boho creativity. Mindful energy. The art of the knot.
And guess what?
What started as a small side project has grown into something we never imagined.
A family-run business — and proud of it.
Every cord we carry, every tutorial we film, every pattern we design — it's made with care, intention, and a genuine love for this craft.
We're also committed to eco-conscious materials — recycled cotton, organic cotton, bamboo rayon — because the things you make should feel as good as they look.
That pure zen feeling when a knot comes together just right? I want that for you, too.
Whether you're picking up cord for the very first time or you've been knotting for years — you belong here.
Want to go further?
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Every month, members get exclusive content you won't find anywhere else — beautiful new patterns, themed challenges, and a community of intentional makers to share it all with.
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Questions people always ask us.
What does "Bochiknot" mean?
Bochi blends boho — the free-spirited, natural aesthetic — and chi, the flowing life energy that mindful crafting gives back to you. Add knot, and you have the whole philosophy: boho creativity, mindful energy, and the art of the knot.
Is Bochiknot good for complete beginners?
Absolutely — it's where we put most of our energy. Our 400+ free tutorials take you from "I've never tied a knot in my life" to confidently finishing your first piece. Start with our 3 essential macramé knots guide.
What cord do you recommend for beginners?
We always recommend a 3mm single-strand natural cotton cord. It's soft, forgiving, fringes beautifully, and works for almost any beginner project.
Where is Bochiknot based? Do you ship internationally?
We're based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada — but our community is truly worldwide. We ship to the US, Canada, Australia, and internationally. Wherever you are, you're part of this community.
How is Bochiknot different from other macramé brands?
We're crafters first and a business second. Every cord, pattern, and tutorial has been made with care. We're committed to eco-friendly materials — recycled cotton, organic cotton, and bamboo rayon — and we'll never stop making our tutorials free.
With knots of love,
Nicole W.
Your fellow macramé enthusiast
