Feeling crafty? Here’s a brand new take on macramé, from plant hangers to room dividers and WOW artwork
With the resurgence of all things ’ 70s, macramé has inevitably followed. This retro handicraft hash been reinvented with modern forms, new applications and on-trend colours. What’s knot to love?
fringe benefits
The organic texture of a macramé table runner is a nostalgic antidote to its machine-made contemporary equivalents. A combination of several types of knot and draped fringing makes this an instant conversation piece.
Vibrant foliage will complement intricate knotted patterns. Up the ante with a combination of plant styles and shapes
rainbow connection
Create an area of focus in a space with an installation of hanging macramé plant holders. When creating an installation of any kind, put careful thought into the composition of colour, layering and placement. Here, earthy tones meet soft pink and blue for a sweet combination. Suspend each holder at different heights and add extra hand-finished texture in the form of crackle-glazed pots.To watch a tutorial on how to make your own plant hanger, go to the below link: BIT. LY/PLANTHANGERHOWTO
soft art
Macramé wall tapestries used to be a ’70s interior staple, but we’ve (thankfully) moved on from those ubiquitous owls and Santa Fe sunsets. A beautiful wall hanging in simple white and an organic pattern brings graphic and contemporary character to a space while avoiding kitsch vibes.
curtain call
A chic step up from beaded curtains, this macramé door hanging (opposite) takes on a whole new life in sleek black. It’s the perfect option for defifining open-plan spaces, softly diffusing sunlight or as a window covering.
roped in
Design loves the unexpected application of techniques and materials, and this chair embodies just such a surprise. The simple frame has been upcycled with a macramé seat in an elegant, simple knot with cuff detailing on the arms.
just hanging out
A woven artwork adds character and texture to a space and is a great way to emphasise a specifific area of focus. This pared-down bedroom gets the balance right for a modern bohemian feel. The textured macramé wall hanging contrasts warmly with the crisp white bedlinen and the dark glossy green of a house plant.
Go big with a dramatic display, keeping the colour and pattern simple to avoid overwhelming the space
suspendedp gardens
A well-placed indoor hanging plant (or three) is a joy to behold – never mind the mental and health-giving benefifits of surrounding yourself with greenery. Macramé hangers in elegant black provide the perfect complement to transparent glass bowls fifilled with lush, leafy plants, their roots intriguingly exposed.