The Ultimate Macramé Toolkit
Supplies, Cords, and DIY Craft Essentials
This is a list of the cords, tools, hardware, paints, and packaging I use in my tutorials and handmade items. If you’ve ever watched one of my videos and wondered, “Which cord is that?” or “What comb does she use for the fringe?” you’ll find the answers here.
If you’re new to macramé, you don’t need everything on this page to get started. Start with cord, a good pair of scissors, and a measuring tape, then build your macramé toolkit gradually as you work on different projects.
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Cords
These are the cords I use most often in my macramé projects, including wall hangings, coasters, keychains, and ornaments.
3mm 3-Ply Macramé Cord (100m) – Bobbiny
A soft, structured twisted cord, ideal for coasters, keychains, and textured knots.
https://bobbinycords.co.uk/collections/regular-3mm-3-ply?aff=7
3mm Single Twist Cotton Cord (200m)
Perfect for smooth fringes, boho textures, and beginner-friendly projects.
https://amzn.to/4oMtT58
Beads
I use these wooden beads for faces, decorative details, and accents on keychains, diffusers, and ornaments.
Round Beads – 12mm
https://amzn.to/44kCnt9
Round Beads – 18mm
https://amzn.to/4q63fWL
Hexagon Beads – 18mm
https://amzn.to/3WyNpGC
Rings & Dowels
Used for wall hangings, mini ornaments, and structural pieces, including wooden dowel elements.
Dowel Rods (10mm / 80cm)
https://amzn.to/46R1UvK
Wooden Rings – 40mm
https://amzn.to/46LHzb2
Wooden Rings – 50mm
https://amzn.to/3WBAHHa
Keychain Hardware & Charms
Swivel clasps and charms I use for keychains, bag charms, and small accessories.
Swivel Clasps – D Shape
https://amzn.to/3KPPmfA
Swivel Clasps – Oval Shape
https://amzn.to/3KANh7n
Swivel Buckles – Heart Shape
https://amzn.to/4iQdMlZ
Lobster Clasps
https://amzn.to/4pYd3Ce
Wooden Love Heart Shapes (Charms)
https://amzn.to/4iNJa4i
Tools
These are the tools I use regularly when making macramé, including cutting, measuring, brushing out fringe, and shaping pieces.
Fringe Comb / Cord Brush (metal + wooden handle)
https://amzn.to/3MR6nXo
Fabric Scissors
https://amzn.to/4pwSP21
Measuring Tape
https://amzn.to/4q0zPsr
Rotary Cutter
https://amzn.to/4rVwjBu
Cutting Mat
https://amzn.to/3XNFnuk
Glue Gun
https://amzn.to/4rR9UVS
Aluminium Craft Wire (for shaping details and structure)
https://amzn.to/4ag0XiF
Masking Tape (for securing cords while knotting)
https://amzn.to/3KT9RrW
Lint Roller (for cleaning lint and fluff from cords and backdrops)
https://amzn.to/454rDzd
Bead Needle (for threading beads onto cords)
https://amzn.to/48H38dX
Crochet Hooks
https://amzn.to/44Px19m
Mini Long Nose Plier (for hardware and wire work)
https://amzn.to/3KO8SJr
Macramé Project Board (with Pins)
Useful for holding patterns in place while knotting.
https://amzn.to/4a51aFb
Painting Supplies
I use these to add painted details to coasters, keychains, and jute or cotton macramé pieces.
Posca PC-1MR Ultra Fine Paint Pens (0.7mm)
Ideal for fine details and faces on beads.
https://amzn.to/48v1Qm6
Posca PC-3M Acrylic Paint Pens (0.9mm–1.3mm)
Slightly thicker pens for borders and shapes.
https://amzn.to/4rHUzH0
Acrylic Paint Set
https://amzn.to/4oO17kO
Fabric Medium (to mix with acrylic paint for macramé and textiles)
https://amzn.to/3MsOOgo
Detail Brush Set
https://amzn.to/3MrV8op
Packaging
These are the packaging elements I use for online orders and market stalls.
Brown Kraft Paper Roll (500mm x 20m)
https://amzn.to/4a4JDgm
Satin Ribbons
https://amzn.to/3ModaId
Tissue Paper
https://amzn.to/4pqkCB0
Thank-You Stickers
https://amzn.to/4aJRnod
Jute Twine String
https://amzn.to/4iRynq0
Small Brown Gift Bags
https://amzn.to/3KKTDRE
I update this page whenever I change tools or discover something new that I genuinely enjoy using.
If you want to see how I use these materials in real projects, check out my macramé tutorials on YouTube. You can also follow me on Instagram and Pinterest.
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