The Right Way to Macrame
Macrame is a versatile form of weaving that has seen a big revival in recent years. No longer just for your grandma, we’re seeing these beautiful pieces of fiber art pop up in so many areas of modern home decor. Incorporating macrame into your home is easy, and you can do it in a way that is sophisticated, chic, and contemporary.
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Perhaps one of the most popular uses of macrame in contemporary decor is for plant hangers. This is a great use of the material to adorn a window and get your plants close to the light. It’s a perfect way to display your hanging plants and terrariums, adding a beautiful eathy tone to your lush greenery.
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Macrame can also be used to create larger, hanging structures like curtains and screens. Because macrame weaving is made up of loosely-woven natural materials like cotton, hemp, or yarn, it lets light pass through beautifully. This is a great way to break up an open-plan apartment or add some privacy to a large window space.
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Macrame objects can also be used as a playful design feature that mixes form and function. These fibers can be woven into practical storage solutions like hanging fruit baskets, storage bags, or mini hammock-like shelves.
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Macrame can be incorporated into a dining space through decorative table runners, centrepieces, place mats, and more. Its natural woven designs add a gorgeous texture to an otherwise plain table setting.
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Macrame is also a fantastic material to incorporate into bigger, more sculptural elements around the home. It can be used as a vessel for plants, flowers, or lighting or hung in various patterns from a decorative beam or branch, making a statement piece on a relatively small budget.
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The decorative possibilities with macrame are endless, as it can be woven into a huge variety of patterns, layered to create even more texture, and dyed in various tones to create stunning art pieces. Bespoke macrame wall hangings are a beautiful way to add color and texture to a wall, whether you’re going for boho chic or sleek modern, there’s a design possibility for everyone.