7. Macrame Wall Hanging with Dried Lavender Bundles

Combining fiber art with aromatic dried botanicals brings a wonderful sensory element to your room, pairing tactile cream cotton cord with calming natural purple lavender stems.

How to Make It

  • Materials Needed: Natural cotton macrame cord (3mm or 4mm), a smooth fallen tree branch or wooden dowel, fresh or dried lavender bundles, and sharp scissors.
  • Step-by-Step Instructions:
    1. Cut your macrame cords into equal lengths and attach them to your wooden dowel using standard lark’s head knots.
    2. Work through several rows of square knots and diagonal half-hitch knots to create a textured geometric or cascading diamond pattern.
    3. Trim the bottom fringe into a clean V-shape or straight horizontal line.
    4. Tie small bundles of dried lavender together with thin twine and tuck or knot them securely into the center cords of your wall hanging.

Variations & Tips

  • Dip-Dyed Cords: Dip the bottom fringe of the cotton cords into diluted pastel pink fabric dye for an ombre effect.
  • Eucalyptus Mix: Substitute or supplement the lavender with silver-dollar eucalyptus sprigs for a lush green look.
  • Tip: Gently brush out the fringe with a fine-toothed pet slicker brush for a soft, fluffy texture.