Heart-shaped macrame are timeless and versatile projects, perfect for handmade gifts, home decor, or craft market creations. Over the years, I’ve designed a variety of macrame heart-shaped patterns ranging from beginner-friendly designs to more intricate, advanced techniques.
In this blog post, I’m excited to share my top 8 macrame heart tutorials—whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your skills. These projects are perfect for any season, offering a creative way to relax, personalize your space, or craft heartfelt gifts.
Let’s dive in and get knotting! 💕🧵🪢
1. Pink Macrame Heart- Shaped Wall Hanging(Beginners)
This was one of the very first macrame wall hanging tutorials I shared on my blog, and it remains one of the most popular FREE macrame patterns to this day!
Check out the popular macrame heart pattern here.
2. Sweet Macrame Heart (Beginners)
This is a super simple project that’s perfect for crafting with kids! Whether you’re trying macrame for the first time or just looking for a quick and creative break, this FREE macrame pattern is a great place to start.
Check out the macrame heart pattern here.
3. Mindful Macrame Heart – Shaped Wall Hanging (Beginners to Intermediate)
This stunning macrame heart wall hanging comes straight from my latest book, Mindful Macrame. It’s a wonderfully versatile project that can be customized to fit your space—go big, like the version in the book, or create a smaller variation using thinner string. This pattern is just one of many mindful macrame projects you’ll find inside!
Discover my new book ‘Mindful Macarme’ here.
4. 3D Macrame Heart (Beginners)
I absolutely love this 3D macrame heart! It’s a beautifully versatile piece—you can fill it with dried lavender or flowers for a fragrant wardrobe sachet, add dry beans to create a stylish paperweight, or tuck a special intention or wish inside for a meaningful keepsake. It also makes a heartfelt gift for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
You can access the full tutorial for this 3D macrame heart by joining my Instagram Subscription here.
5. Soft Macrame Heart (Beginners)
I designed this statement macrame heart wall hanging for Hobby Craft during the pandemic, and it remains one of my favourite projects to this day. I love it in this soft, dusty pink, but it looks stunning in any colour palette and suits any room as a beautiful piece of home decor.
Find the FREE macrame heart tutorial here.
6. Modern Macrame Heart- Shaped Wall Hanging (Intermediate to Advanced)
This intricate macrame heart wall hanging is perfect for anyone looking to take their skills to the next level! As one of the intermediate to advanced projects inside Your Macrame Community—my membership for macrame enthusiasts—it offers a fun and rewarding challenge.
If you’re searching for the perfect weekend project, this is it!
Find the macrame heart wall hanging tutorial here inside Your Macrame Community.
7. Valentine’s Macrame Heart (Beginners)
Using just one knot—the square knot—this simple and quick macrame heart project is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to create a thoughtful Valentine’s gift. Add a few drops of essential oil to the wooden beads and turn it into a charming and stylish room diffuser.
It’s also a great project to make with children!
You can access the full tutorial for this macrame heart wall hanging by joining my Instagram Subscription here.
8. Frills Macrame Heart (Beginners)
I designed this free macrame heart tutorial for Toddle About, a blog for parents and toddlers.
This is simple yet beautiful macrame heart wall hanging is a wonderful activity you can do with your children. While it might take a bit longer, it’s the perfect way to create something special together for Valentine’s Day, all while enjoying some quality creative time.
Find the FREE macrame heart wall hanging tutorial here.
I hope you enjoyed these macrame heart projects, I’ll try and update this blog post with new ones, so come back for more in the future.
Don’t forget to share your macrame heart makes with me via social media, by tagging me on Instagram here or Facebook here.
If you are already passionate about Macrame and want to strengthen your skills, I’ve created the online courses I wish I could have taken in the early days I started my Macrame journey. There’s something for every level, from entry to more advanced, I am sure you will find what’s best for you! Check my Macrame Courses Page here!
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