How to Make Your Own Macrame Christmas Mini Wreaths
Looking for a cozy and creative way to add handmade charm to your Christmas tree this year? Creating a Macrame Christmas Mini Wreath is a simple project for both experienced crafters and macrame beginners.
Made with just a few simple materials like cotton cord and a small wooden ring, these ornaments are a quick way to add a handmade touch to your festive decor. These mini wreaths are endlessly versatile—hang them on your Christmas tree, use them as unique gift toppers, or string a few together to make a delicate holiday garland.
Materials & Tools You Will Need
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Main Cord (Off-White): 1 × 170 cm length of 3mm Macrame cord
Accent Cord (Green): 1 × 60 cm length of 3mm Macrame cord (Optional, for Type 2)
Wooden Ring Hoop: 1 × 2" (50 mm)
Wooden Bead: Optional, for a decorative finish
Fringe Comb
Sharp Scissors
Large Eye Needle: (For Type 2: Green Stripes)
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Step-by-Step Instructions
The core of this project is the Wrapping Technique, which covers the ring seamlessly. The only knot used is the Lark’s Head Knot to begin the process.
Type 1: Simple Off-White Mini Wreath
1. Attach the Cord and Create the Loop
Take the single 170 cm length of cord. Fold it in half and attach it to the wooden ring using a Lark’s Head Knot. Make sure the knot is snug against the ring.
Crucial Step: Leave about 20 cm of the cord at the top, forming a long loop. This loop will serve as the hanging loop for your ornament. You will use the two long ends of the cord to wrap the ring.
2. Start the Wrapping Technique
Take the right cord and begin wrapping it tightly and smoothly around the wooden ring, moving clockwise.
Consistency is Key: Keep each wrap snug against the last one so that the wood is completely hidden and the texture is consistent. Work your way about halfway around the ring.
3. Complete the Wrap
Take the left cord and begin wrapping it tightly and smoothly around the ring, moving counter-clockwise.
Continue wrapping until the two wrapped sections meet.
4. Finish the Wreath
When the wrapped sections meet, you will have two ends remaining (one from the left wrap, one from the right wrap).
Thread these two remaining cords through the wooden bead (if using).
Tie off the ends with a secure Overhand Knot or Square Knot tightly underneath the bead, and then trim the excess cord for a neat finish.
This clean design is perfect for simple, boho-inspired holiday decor.
Type 2: Off-White Wreath with Green Stripes
For this version, you will create a classic, festive look by adding a green accent.
Follow Steps 1–4 from the simple wreath tutorial above.
Add the Stripes: Cut an additional 60 cm length of your green cord.
Thread the green cord onto a large eye needle.
Weave the green cord in and out of the completed macrame wrapping, following a circular path, to create a striped, candy-cane effect.
Once you've made one full rotation, remove the needle and tie the ends of the green cord into a small, decorative bow or a tight knot. You can secure the bow at the top or bottom for a festive finish.
Video Tutorial
Prefer learning visually? 🎥 Watch the full step-by-step video tutorial here:
Why You’ll Love This DIY
Beginner-Friendly: Only the basic Lark's Head Knot and a simple wrapping technique are needed.
Quick to Make: A perfect project for finishing in an afternoon or batch-making for holiday markets.
Versatile Decor: Use as Christmas ornaments, add to festive garlands, or attach to wrapped presents.
Eco-Friendly: Made with natural cotton cord and wooden bases.
Handmade decorations like these are not just beautiful — they also help you slow down and enjoy the season mindfully, one knot at a time.
Shop Finished Ornaments
No Time to Craft? If you love the look of this quick and cozy decoration but prefer to buy, you can find the Handmade Mini Macrame Wreath Ornament in my shop right now! I lovingly craft each one by hand using the same materials featured in this tutorial.
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