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a macrame feather hanging on a Christmas tree for a boho Christmas look.
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DIY Macrame Feather

Macrame feathers add some bohemian style into your home decor. Learn how to make them in this easy, step-by-step tutorial.
Active Time18 minutes
Course: Crafts
Cuisine: Macrame
Keyword: DIY Christmas ornament, Macrame
Yield: 1 Feather
Cost: 5

Equipment

  • 1 Pair of scissors very sharp!
  • 1 Wire brush
  • 1 Steamer or iron

Materials

  • 1 piece Cotton cord 10 inches
  • 15 pieces Cotton cord - 5 inches
  • 1 Spray starch, fabric stiffener, etc
  • 1 hardware of choice - key ring, earrings, ornament hook, etc.

Instructions

  • Cut one piece of cotton cotton string 10 inches long. Cut 40 pieces of cotton string 5 inches long. 
    Macrame supplies including a pet brush, comb, and white cotton cord.
  • Fold the long string in half.  Tie on your cords. Using two of the shorter strings, fold in half and complete a square knot on the center string.
  • Repeat while alternating sides so that the knots sides alternate sides throughout. Slide the knots together so the strings are more compact.
    simple macrame cords showing the process of how to make a macrame feather
  • When you reach the desired length tie a half square knot with the center strings to secure your square knots.
  •  Brush it out. Brush out the strings with a fine tooth comb. Using a fabric steamer or household iron, steam the loose string ends and comb the threads. Repeat until the strings are straight and it lays straight. Brush the end strings down to form a feather shape.
    simple macrame cords showing the process of how to make a macrame feather
  • Use fabric stiffener to finish the piece.  Spray one side. Let it dry, Flip over and repeat.
  • Using sharp scissors trim the strings into a feather shape. Use the feather template included in this post to help form the final shape.
    a process photo showing how to trim a macrame feather. The ropes have been brushed out and need to be trimmed.
  • Attach to the hardware of your choice and enjoy!