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    Home » DIY Crafts » Macrame

    Make a Macrame Table Runner (Video Tutorial)

    Published: Sep 18, 2017 · Modified: Jan 30, 2020 by Christina Dennis · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 70 Comments

    Have you ever tried macrame? It's SO fun! This Anthropologie inspired macrame table runner that I used in my Fall tablescape this year was my first project, and I'm officially hooked. Want to try? Let me show you how to make it!

    How to make an Anthropologie inspired macrame table runner (video tutorial)

    When I saw this table runner, I knew that I wanted to try my had at a similar DIY version. I picked up some inexpensive poly/cotton clothesline from the home improvement store, watched a video on basic macrame knots and got to work!

    How to make an Anthropologie inspired macrame table runner (video tutorial)

    This project DOES take a very long time to make, but once you nail down the basic macrame knots, it's quite easy and relaxing.

    How to make an Anthropologie inspired macrame table runner (video tutorial)

    First, I recommend watching this video and practicing basic macrame knots:

    Now, you're ready to begin!

    I used 18 strands of clothesline that were about 36 feet long each for my 6 ft long runner, and then I folded them in half as I attached them via a lark head knot to my curtain rod. This created 36 strands on my rod. The length of the strands will be dependent on how long you want your runner, but cutting them about 6 times the finished length of your piece seems about right.

    How to make an Anthropologie inspired macrame table runner (video tutorial)

    Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make a macrame table runner:

    Happy macrame-ing!

    DISCLOSURE: This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase an item via these links, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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    Comments

    1. Natasha

      September 21, 2017 at 2:16 pm

      Very cool! My husband was just trying to buy himself a macramé kit last weekend! I think he'd enjoy making a table runner. I'll have to show him this post!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        September 22, 2017 at 7:13 am

        That's awesome!

        Reply
      • Julia

        March 04, 2020 at 2:25 am

        My table is about 7 feet long, so I need about 8 feet for the macrame table runner. How long the clothlines need to be? Thank you!

        Reply
        • Cindy

          April 19, 2020 at 6:06 pm

          She said in her tutorial that you should start with rope 6times the length of what you want it to be. Seems like a lot of excess to me not to mention costly. My table is about the same length as yours and that means we need almost 450ft of rope 🤷🏻‍♀️

          Reply
          • Sarah - The DIY Mommy

            April 22, 2020 at 11:32 am

            All of the knots do decrease the length of the cord as you go and 6 times the length of Christina's table is about what hers wound up needing so just to assure you, that is not a typo! There are a few places that you can pick up macrame cord for a reasonable price - I'll look into some ideas and comment back here for you guys!

            Reply
            • Stephanie Thompson

              August 08, 2020 at 9:10 am

              Hi all! I just scored 9 cotton ropes at Big Lots for $35.89! Search under “Tan Cotton Rope, (100')”!

          • Pat

            January 31, 2021 at 10:01 am

            You can use cheap jute cord and it won't cost so much. Back in the day that's what we used. All this fancy cord is expensive.

            Reply
            • Anna

              October 15, 2021 at 9:03 pm

              Just bought 984 ft of 3mm macrame cord on Amazon for $15.99! Search macrame cord

      • Becca B

        November 07, 2020 at 3:18 pm

        Finished mine today! Love it! Thanks for the video. I would love to share a photo of my finished piece!

        Reply
        • Sarah - The DIY Mommy

          November 08, 2020 at 11:10 am

          We'd love to see it! Can you tag Christina on Facebook or Instagram, @thediymommy

          Reply
    2. The Furnshop

      September 22, 2017 at 4:14 am

      It looks awesome. Thanks for sharing this post.

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        September 22, 2017 at 7:12 am

        Thank you!!

        Reply
    3. Jo

      September 23, 2017 at 5:36 pm

      Do you havr written instructions

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        September 24, 2017 at 12:01 pm

        Just the video 🙂

        Reply
    4. Lauren

      September 24, 2017 at 9:17 pm

      Looks great! I remember macrame as a a kid in the 1970s!

      Reply
    5. Jade Lees

      September 25, 2017 at 7:10 am

      Thanks for these tutorials. It's really easier with video tutorials. It will be perfect if I can make such a macrame table runner.

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        September 25, 2017 at 7:14 am

        You're welcome 😊

        Reply
    6. Macs

      September 26, 2017 at 8:27 am

      I love this very informative blog. Thank you for posting your video tutorial. I find it really awesome placing something as nice as that piece. Very easy to make, and can even do it at your free time.

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        September 27, 2017 at 9:06 am

        Thank you!!

        Reply
    7. Sarah

      October 01, 2017 at 9:27 am

      Hello! Just to clarify how many pieces of cord did you use for the width you made? I think it looks like 16, then making a total of 32 individual strands? Can't wait to get started!

      Reply
    8. Chris

      October 01, 2017 at 7:05 pm

      This is great, we bought a macrame wall hanging for my daughters room and now my wife wants to make a table runner. Thanks so much for the instructional this is perfect!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        October 02, 2017 at 7:02 am

        Yay! Happy crafting

        Reply
    9. Chris Myers

      October 02, 2017 at 2:32 pm

      That's really cool. My wife likes to crochet, and I'm sure she could whip this out quick. I really like the look of that.

      Reply
    10. Ruthdiana

      October 03, 2017 at 5:42 am

      As a DIY lover, I really appreciate your DIY tutorial. I never make macrame table runner before but I wanna try. I think your tutorial help my project.

      Reply
    11. Sarah

      October 05, 2017 at 9:49 am

      Can you help me with the length? If my table is 5feet do i calculate 5*12=120 inches, then *6 (as you suggested) =360. That's 30 feet.... can that be right? Haha
      Then is that total needed cord? Or for EACH cord before I double them up when I hang them?? I must be way over thinking this.

      Reply
      • Tess

        May 17, 2018 at 6:26 pm

        Was there ever a response for this question? I have the same question about the cord length. Is the times 6 the full length of one cord BEFORE doubling it up?

        Reply
        • Christina Dennis

          September 01, 2018 at 2:34 pm

          I used 18 strands of clothesline that were about 36 feet long each for my 6 ft long runner, and then I folded them in half as I attached them via a lark head knot to my curtain rod. This created 36 strands on my rod. The length of the strands will be dependent on how long you want your runner, but cutting them about 6 times the finished length of your piece seems about right.

          Reply
          • Susan

            November 15, 2018 at 5:08 pm

            9 strands makes it very narrow.
            Is that correct?

            Reply
            • Michelle

              November 12, 2020 at 7:33 am

              How do you get the fringe on the top end?

    12. A Life Adjacent

      February 18, 2018 at 3:14 pm

      Oh, one of the prettiest DIY’s we’ve ever come across!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        February 19, 2018 at 8:32 am

        Awe, thank you!

        Reply
    13. Alicja

      April 10, 2018 at 7:31 pm

      That’s amazing ! Can you tell me how long is your finished runner and how long you cut the cords ?
      I’m not sure how much cord I need to buy to make similar one 🙂

      Reply
      • Christina Dennis

        September 01, 2018 at 2:35 pm

        I used 18 strands of clothesline that were about 36 feet long each for my 6 ft long runner, and then I folded them in half as I attached them via a lark head knot to my curtain rod. This created 36 strands on my rod. The length of the strands will be dependent on how long you want your runner, but cutting them about 6 times the finished length of your piece seems about right.

        Reply
    14. Amanda

      May 27, 2018 at 9:23 am

      I’m so excited to try this. Headed to the store for supplies soon! Thanks for the video!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 27, 2018 at 2:29 pm

        Very exciting!!

        Reply
    15. Skyelar

      September 01, 2018 at 2:10 pm

      Hi I’m trying to make this but I have no idea how much rope to cut.... can you help thank you

      Reply
      • Christina Dennis

        September 01, 2018 at 2:34 pm

        I used 18 strands of clothesline that were about 36 feet long each for my 6 ft long runner, and then I folded them in half as I attached them via a lark head knot to my curtain rod. This created 36 strands on my rod. The length of the strands will be dependent on how long you want your runner, but cutting them about 6 times the finished length of your piece seems about right.

        Reply
      • Christina Dennis

        April 30, 2019 at 8:28 pm

        Hi! I used 18 strands of clothesline that were about 36 feet long each for my 6 ft long runner, and then I folded them in half as I attached them via a lark head knot to my curtain rod. This created 36 strands on my rod. The length of the strands will be dependent on how long you want your runner, but cutting them about 6 times the finished length of your piece seems about right.

        Reply
    16. AK

      February 21, 2019 at 4:25 pm

      Did the video links disappear?

      Reply
    17. Esther

      February 27, 2019 at 7:59 am

      About how long did it take you to complete this runnner?

      Reply
    18. Avril E Munro

      April 27, 2019 at 3:57 pm

      I have started this project via your instructions, but your video, which appears to use 36 strands is quite different than your cutting instructions which call for 9 (18 working) strands.
      Your video does NOT match your cutting/materials list. Bummer! Last time I follow your project instructions. At the cost of materials required for your actual project, I would be better off buying this at Anthropologie.

      Reply
      • Christina Dennis

        April 30, 2019 at 8:26 pm

        Hi Avril, thank you so much for bringing this to my attention and I apologize that the instructions were incorrect. I'll change that line immediately. Have you checked out your local dollar store or Amazon for cotton clothesline or macrame cord? Sometimes you can find great deals for those there and that would help with the project cost. Thanks again.

        Reply
    19. Sam Maxi

      September 21, 2019 at 7:44 am

      I read your article and check out your tutorial video. Really it's a cool project I'm very hopeful that now I can make a macrame table runner easily by following your tutorial. Thanks for your amazing idea.

      Reply
    20. Colleen watts

      January 12, 2020 at 8:10 pm

      I’m going to make the table runner and it will have fringe on both sides I can see how when your finishing it you have fringe at the end of the project but on the other side when you start the table runner how do you put fringe on that side

      Reply
      • Sarah - The DIY Mommy

        January 20, 2020 at 11:41 am

        To make the fringe on top of the runner, she started the design several inches down from the tied ends. Then, after she untied her work, she cut the top loops in half, tied them and trimmed them to make the fringe.

        Reply
    21. Carly

      January 31, 2020 at 1:32 pm

      How thick is the cord that you chose?

      Reply
    22. Allyson

      February 07, 2020 at 2:25 pm

      I absolutely LOVE your macrame table runner ~ Pinned! It looks great on your table, too. I'm so glad you included the videos. I'm adding this to my craft bucket list. I'm visiting from Home Matters Link Party. Do you need any Valentine inspiration? I shared #25 and #26 home decor and printables. Have a great weekend!

      Reply
    23. Louise Legault

      April 07, 2020 at 12:16 pm

      Used to do macrame when I was a teenager. It is much easier if you butterfly the strands and tie them with an elastic. You can then lengthen the strands as the work progresses. To butterfly the strands, create an eight figure with the individual strand between your thumb and pinkie

      Reply
    24. Tracy Morris

      May 14, 2020 at 11:14 pm

      Sooo beautiful! What is that stain on your table?! Lovely!

      Reply
      • Sarah - The DIY Mommy

        May 18, 2020 at 11:38 am

        That is from the Brick: https://www.thebrick.com/products/keswick-dining-table

        Reply
    25. Kristin Wat

      May 22, 2020 at 11:09 am

      I love it! I have a specific need to make this, and I’ve never macrameed before. I’m fairly good at following your directions. Your directions are fantastic! For a first macrame project ever, it’s turning out so beautifully, thanks to your video and my iPad and use of the pause button. I watched a couple basic knot videos, and practiced very little in fact, before trying your tutorial. I’m having fun and it’s really turning out gorgeous! I’m learning to relax my knots so they’re not so tight, and that makes a difference in appearance. Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Sarah - The DIY Mommy

        May 22, 2020 at 4:02 pm

        Have fun!

        Reply
    26. Donna Kennedy

      February 28, 2021 at 7:53 pm

      Do you recommend the 3mm or
      5 mm rope for the table runner?

      Reply
    27. Cheryl

      April 09, 2021 at 3:23 pm

      How wide did this turn out? Sorry if I missed that somewhere.

      Reply
    28. Michelle

      September 02, 2022 at 4:53 am

      I’m about to start this project.and the table I am doing it for is 8 feet long. I cut 18 strand that are 48 feet long each ? Is that correct? I would really appreciate a response asap. Thank you!

      Reply
      • The DIY Mommy

        September 06, 2022 at 11:17 am

        Yes, you want 6 times the length of the desired finished project.

        Reply
    29. Donna

      February 24, 2021 at 11:09 pm

      Do you recommend using 3mm or 5mm macrame cord for the table runner?

      Thanks!

      Reply

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