How to Make a Trendy DIY Macrame Bag in 5 Creative Steps!

Chic, trendy, and stylish, this macrame bag is something both teens and adults will love.

My sons’ school organized a trade fair to raise funds to buy new equipment for their marching band. I was known among the teachers as an avid DIY-er. Because of this, I was invited to join the fair. Seeing that it was for a worthwhile cause, I gladly said yes.

I wanted to contribute something different as I knew that most of the people involved will be selling baked goods. So I thought of things that everybody will enjoy having. Picking up my sons one day, I noticed a group of teenage girls hanging around. They looked so… fashionable. And that’s when the idea clicked.

Macrame bags are perfect accessories. They’re trendy, hip, and chic. Teenagers would love them and their parents would love buying them for them. Plus, they’re easy to make. I saw a really nice tutorial video on YouTube. The instructions were pretty easy to follow so I decided to make several pieces.

Don’t you just love the details of this?

I’m telling you, it was such a big hit! I even kept getting orders long after the trade fair was done.

We’ve rounded up some of the best designs we could find to inspire you to create your own beautiful macrame bag.

Macrame is a great way to add a personal touch to your accessories, and there are endless possibilities when it comes to design. Whether you want to keep it simple or get creative with colour and pattern, there’s a macrame bag design out there for you.

So what are you waiting for? Get inspired and start creating your own one-of-a-kind macrame bag today!

Trendy DIY macrame bag designs

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Making your own macrame bag is a fun and easy way to add a unique touch to your style. All you need are a few simple materials and some patience to create your very own one-of-a-kind bag. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Polyester cord
• Candle

• Pins
• Scissors

How to make a DIY macrame bag

Making your own macrame bag is a fun and easy project that you can complete in just a few hours. All you need is some sturdy cotton cord and a few basic knots. Once you’ve mastered the basic technique, you can get creative and make all sorts of different designs.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to making your own macrame bag:

1. Cut your polyester cord

First, cut your rope or cord into lengths that are about twice the size of your desired finished bag.

You’ll need about 3 metres of cord for a small bag or 6 metres for a larger one.

2. Tie each cord

Next, tie each length of cord around your dowel or ring, making sure to leave some slack. You can use a small piece of paper or carton as a jig for the small spaces.

3. Make a base knot

Fold the cord in half and tie a basic knot about 30cm from the end. This will be the base of your bag.

4. Start making the sides

Once all of your cord is tied, begin knotting it in a basic macrame pattern.

To secure the knots in your rope, you can use a light flame. A candle or lighter will work just fine. Just be careful not to burn yourself. Once the knots are secure, your rope will be much stronger and more durable.

5. Make the handle

To make the handle of the macrame bag, use the remaining cord and create a continuous loop. Pull the cord until the loop is tight against your hand. Fasten each loop with a light flame.

Now, take both ends of the cord and make a knot. This will secure the loop in place.

Finally, measure the length of the handle. Cut the cord at the desired length and make another knot. This will create the handle for your macrame bag. Secure the knot with a light flame.

Great job! Now that you’ve made your own macrame bag, you can show it off everywhere you go. Whether you’re headed to the beach or running errands around town, your new bag will add a touch of style.

You can add more embellishments to your macrame bag by using other colours for the handle, simply attach it on a continuous loop. Adding beads or a heartstring in the centre of the macrame bag can give it a sweet, stylish look!

Here’s a video tutorial on how to make your own macrame bag:

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