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This macrame keychain is a perfect craft for those beginning their macrame journey.
A beautiful item you could gift to whomever you want.
Why dont you check out this super simple DIY macrame keychain project?
Now, take one of your cords and bend it in half, bringing the ends together.
The other end will be a loop like this.
Step 2
Pull the loop under then through the key ring.
If, however, youre not familiar with macrame terms for different knots, fret not!
Pull the cords through and tug at them to tighten the knot around the ring.
Youve made your first larks head knot.
Step 3
Next, divide the six cords into three.
Use a bit of tape to secure the middle two cords onto your work surface.
Step 4
For this particular design, youll be making a series of square knots.
Then, take the cords on the right and place them over the cords from the left.
Do you notice the point where the left cords are crossed over the middle ones?
Now, pull the right cords under that crossover and through the loop you made with the left cords.
Tug the ends of the cord to tighten the knot.
Secure this second knot right under the first one you made.
These two knots together make one square knot!
For this, youll need to tape the ends of the two middle cords.
It will make it easier to insert them through the bead.
Pull the bead through and place it right at the top under your first square knot.
You know the drill; just start with the cords on the left!
This is how your keychain should look.
Cute, isnt it?
Just continue to work your way down.
After every square knot, insert a bead and round it off with another square knot.
Its a piece of cake, once you get the hang of it.
If youre done and are happy with the length, its time to finish it off.
Step 8
Use a pair of scissors to snip off a length of embroidery floss.
Feel free to use the same colored thread as your cotton cord, or use a contrasting color.
Continue to wrap the thread around till youre happy with the thickness.
Grab the end of the cord you just wrapped and pull it through the U-loop.
Now, grab both ends and tug them in opposite directions to secure the wrapping in place.
Finally, snip off the two ends.
Step 10
Youre almost done!
Just trim the ends of the cords evenly, and pull a comb through them to brush them out.
Trim the ends again after youve brushed the cords.
And voila, your macrame keychain is all done!
What Kind of Cord is Used for Macrame Keychain?
Theres also a number of sizes to choose from.
The most popular choice is between 3mm-5mm cords.
They offer the most control and the best finish.
How Long Does It Take to Make a Macrame Keychain?
This macrame keychain will take an absolute beginner just under 30 minutes to make.
