How To Tie A Hangman’s Knot (Noose)

The hangman’s knot, or hangman’s noose, gets its name because we initially used it to execute prisoners. Today, we more commonly use the hangman’s knot while fishing and boating. It’s also a popular knot for Halloween decorations and securing animals or objects.

All hangman’s knots are nooses, but not all nooses are hangman’s knots. A hangman’s knot has six to thirteen turns, while a simple noose may only have one. These knots do not jam; you can loosen them without untying them.

Which knots to learn for a Macrame Wall Hanging?

There are a couple of knots that you will see in almost every Macrame wall hanging. These knots vary from super easy to learn to a little bit more difficult to get right on your first try. But I promise with a little practice you’ll be able to master them all!

The lark’s head knot is the knot that is used to attach your work to the dowel and is super easy to learn. The Square knot is pretty easy to figure out and can be knotted in many different patterns to create a variety of styles.

The Double Half hitch knot can be a bit tricky at first but allows you to make gorgeous horizontal, vertical or diagonal lines in your work.

Then there are two variations of the square knot which create the Spiral Knot and Berry Knot. These knots look perfect in a wall hanging and will add some depth to your pieces.

You can find step-by-step tutorials for all these knots included in the wall hanging tutorials at the end of this post!

What supplies do I need to make a Macrame Wall Hanging?

When you’re first looking into how to make a Macrame wall hanging, you might be worried you need a lot of supplies to get started.

Luckily, to make a Macrame wall hanging you don’t need a lot of tools. The most important thing is finding something to attach your work onto and getting yourself plenty of gorgeous Macrame cords. And a pair of scissors, of course!

To attach your work there are different options you can choose from like a plain wooden dowel, a piece of driftwood, or even some small cinnamon sticks. For some projects, you can also work with metal hoops or wooden rings.

Where can I buy Macrame dowels?

I usually browse Etsy until I find something that matches my project. Click on the links to quickly check all Etsy sellers for each item:

Where can I buy Macrame beads?

Some patterns require you to add some pretty beads to your Macrame piece. When you’re browsing for beads, make sure that the width of the opening corresponds with your cord size, usually displayed in mm.

Whether you’re looking for small or XL Macrame beads, Etsy is the best place to find them. Check out this Etsy seller overview for pretty Macrame beads in all colors and sizes. plus even some with cute prints!

Setting Up Your Macrame Space

For an optimal crafting experience, set up a vertical workstation. I usually opt for a standard clothing rack and S-hooks. Check out my guide for more details!

Whether you’re a visual learner or a reader, I’ve got recommendations. Etsy offers gorgeous paid patterns, but there are also plenty of free video tutorials by experts like Soulful Notions.

Key Takeaways	Details
Basic Knots	Lark’s head, Square knot, Double Half hitch
Essential Supplies	Macrame cords, Dowel/Driftwood, Scissors
Top Patterns	Alternating square, Diamond
Recommended Brands	Bobbiny, GANXXET
Workspace Setup	Vertical workstation, Clothing rack, S-hooks