Craft Day / Macrame Keyrings
Macrame Keyrings
Older children learn basic knots to make macrame keyrings or small plant hangers, a calm, focused craft with a satisfying result.
How to run it
- Cut cotton cord into equal lengths before the session.
- Show children how to attach the cord to a key ring with a lark's head knot.
- Demonstrate the square knot slowly and practise it together.
- Children knot their keyring, add beads if they like and trim the ends.
You will need
- cotton cord
- key rings
- scissors
- beads (optional)
Make it easier or harderSimplify with plaits; older children try plant hangers.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Learning knots builds persistence.
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