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Hangings for Plants

Having even one piece of greenery in a room creates a calming effect. These hanging planters don’t take up space, making it easy to enjoy living with greenery. Choose unbleached cord, hemp twine or whatever materials will complement the room.

Basic Hanging Basket

The method for making this hanging basket from diagonal half hitches is explained in detail with accompanying photos. Regardless of the type of knot, it takes time to become familiar with it. This project is made by repeating the same knot over and over, so once mastered, work should proceed smoothly. As it’s composed of three identical long sections, it’s also ideal for practicing diagonal half hitches.

Designed by Uri

Finished size: 23” (58 cm) long

Instructions on page 33

Hanging Pocket

The appeal of this hanging pocket for small pots is that as long as you can attach a hook to the wall, your plant can hang anywhere in the house. The top section is flat, allowing the beauty of macramé to be enjoyed as you would a tapestry. Take care when choosing the size of plant so that it doesn’t conceal the pattern. Make several to enjoy displaying them side by side.

Designed by Aki Hagino

Finished size: approx. 5½ x 20” (14 x 50 cm)

Instructions on page 42

Hanging Basket Using Hemp Twine

Made from natural hemp twine, this hanging basket holds the plant pot snugly. The core is a metal ring from which square knots are worked to form linked oval patterns that taper towards the base. As the pot holder section is made from the linked oval patterns, the cords for hanging are kept simple. This natural-look hanging basket is delightful for decorating a terrace or sunroom as well as for hanging indoors.

Designed by Märchen Art Studio

Finished size: approx. 9” (23 cm) diameter, 6¼” (16 cm) deep

Instructions on page 40

Hanging Basket Using Square Knots

The soft texture of the twine used to make this basket lends it a gentle air. As the twine is 7 mm wide, it has a bold presence and creates the look of a painted pattern on the pot it holds. As the twine is dyed by hand, there are variances of light and dark within the piece which enhance the natural feel and make it the perfect complement for greenery.

Designed by tama5

Finished size: 33½” (85 cm) long

Instructions on page 41