An advanced step-by-step tutorial making this Macrame Water Bottle Carrier. Perfect for hands-free hiking, dog walking, events, outings with the kids, etc…! Very easy to modify and customize! Sizes shown in the video – size medium strap and standard size water bottle.
Materials:
5mm – 6mm Cord Approximately 152 feet (46.3 meters)
Supplies:
- Fiber Art Scissors
- Fringe Comb
- Measuring Tape
- Rack for Working on Projects & Hanging Finished Projects
Strap Timestamp ► 0:01
Start with 4 cords. For length, see strap sizes below:
- Small – 130 inches / 3.3 meters
- Medium – 168 inches / 4.27 meters
- Large – 206 inches / 5.24 meters
Start square knotting at 36 inches (1 meter).
Square knot length – Strap Size:
- Small – 11 inches / 27 cm
- Medium – 15 inches / 38 cm
- Large – 19 inches / 48 cm
3 Switch Square knots 2 inches each, totaling at about 6 inches (15.25 cm).
Square knot again. Length – Strap Size:
- Small – 11 inches / 27 cm
- Medium – 15 inches / 38 cm
- Large – 19 inches / 48 cm
Bottle Holder Timestamp ► 4:02
Add 72 inch (1.8 meter) cords with Square Knot. (4x)
Add side cords with Half Hitch Knots. (4x)
Add 72 inch (1.8 meter) cords with Larks Head Knot Knot.
Water Bottle Size:
Small ► 8 cords – 2 Larks Head each side / 12 (72″) cords Total
Standard ► 12 cords – 3 Larks Head each side / 16 (72″) cords Total
Large ► 16 cords – 4 Larks Head each side / 20 (72″) cords Total
Square Knot chevron shape.
Leave 4 inch (10 cm) gap.
Repeat Square Knot chevron pattern.
Gathering Knot TIMESTAMP ► 25:06
Trim and Comb. Combing optional.
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