How to Make Macrame Snowflake Ornaments
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In the fourth and final in my series of handmade, macrame ornaments, we have a lovely snowflake ornament! We are reusing the knots from the past few, Lark’s Head and the Square knot, so if you have been following along this one should be a breeze. Similar to real snowflakes, you could make a whole set of these in which no two look alike. This is definitely a versatile DIY that would look great in a multitude of sizes across your tree or even resting in some garland. These would also make an excellent present for your friends and family and you can proudly say that it is handmade!
Next year I am going to make a whole set of these for my tree, my mom and maybe even my Etsy shop. What do you all think about that? There are so many knot variations that could be applied here for some gorgeous looks.
Tips & Tricks
My snowflake measures 3 inches wide and my wood bead is only 0.5 inch but you could definitely go with a whole slew of sizes or even add multiple beads in a row.
I am using 1mm macrame. I think 1.5mm would work but I do not advise going over 2mm as the knots will get too thick. We want our snowflakes to be dainty.
Same with the wooden beads, If your bead gets too large it can overpower our dainty flake. I would keep it under 0.75 inch all the way down to microscopic beads you might use in jewelry.
Beads are definitely an area you could get really unique with or have the kids jump in and help. Like friendship bracelets but ornaments!
Supplies
Macrame (I used 1mm)
Scissors
Cut Macrame
Cut 11 pieces of 24 inch macrame and 1 piece of 28 inch.
Loop Macrame
Use your 28 inch piece as your main strand and create a small loop in the middle.
Knot Macrame
Fold one of your 24 inch strands in half and attach using a Lark's Head knot over both strands of the loop. Tighten. Repeat with the other 24 inch strands.
Tighten Loop
Pull on both ends of the loop until it closes into a small circle with your knots all around it.
Knot Loop
Use the two ends of the loop to tie a knot.
Pair Off
Separate all of your Lark’s Head knots into sets of two (ie four strands in each).
Square Knot
We are going to focus on the two outer strands only. Take the right strand and cross it over the inner two and under the left.
Square Knot
Now take the left strand and cross it under the inner strands and over the right. Pull tight and push to the top. Now REPEAT the knot but starting with left strand first.
Repeat Knots
Continue square knotting, remembering to switch which side you start your knot on, to your desired length. I did 0.5 inch. Repeat on every pair.
Switch Strands
Then take two strands from two bordering pairs and do a couple of square knots.
Repeat Knots
Take 2 strands from bordering knots and cross back together again. Repeat the square knots until you get to your desired length. Mine were 0.25 inch long.
Trim
Trim FIVE of your six sets. You will use the sixth to create your hanger.
Add Bead
Using the pair of strands you left long, slide a wooden bead on.
Knot Hanger
Loop a knot into your strands, mine was about 2 inches from the bead, and then trim your excess.
Alright we are done with the Christmas DIYs and our macrame ornament series. Presents are under the tree and the fire place is going so now it is just time to wait for Santa. I have a special New Years Eve DIY that I will post when I get back home. It is actually a present for my sister so I have to wait till after Christmas. Keep an eye out or subscribe to my newsletter! Hope you like this one and let me know how yours turns out in the comments.
