DIY Macrame Wristlet Keychain | STEP BY STEP TUTORIAL | Hemptique

Summary

This tutorial demonstrates how to create a beautiful and practical wristlet keychain using hemp cord. Starting with five-foot cords attached to a keyring using lark's head knots, the instructor guides you through making square knots to form the design. After crafting 22 square knots, the project is folded upwards, and the ends are secured with a gathering knot to form a loop. The video provides clear instructions on tightening, trimming, and perfecting the finish. The result is a stylish wristlet keychain, perfect for keeping keys or small items easily accessible.

Takeaways

• 🧶 The video demonstrates how to create a wristlet keychain using hemp cords and a key ring.
• 🪢 Begin by folding five-foot cords in half and attaching them to the key ring with a lark's head knot.
• ✂️ Attach additional cords on both the left and right sides of the key ring, keeping the shorter cords in the middle.
• 🔗 Use square knots to tie the longer cords around the two middle cords, locking the lark's head knots into place.
• 📏 The square knot chain should be approximately 12 inches long, with a total of 22 square knots.
• 🔄 Fold the chain upwards and pass the loose ends through the keychain loop to create a wristlet shape.
• 🧵 Secure the wristlet with a gathering knot using another piece of hemp cord, wrapping it tightly around the gap.
• 🔗 Once the gathering knot is secure, trim off the remaining ends and tuck them in with a tapestry needle for a neat finish.
• 🎨 The completed wristlet keychain is designed to fit comfortably around your wrist, ensuring easy access to keys or other items.
• 👍 The tutorial is aimed at helping viewers create a functional and stylish wristlet keychain from start to finish.

Q & A

What is the first step in creating the wristlet keychain?

The first step is to fold your five-foot cords evenly in half and attach them to your key ring using a lark's head knot.

How do you attach the additional cords to the key ring?

You attach the additional cords to the left and right of the original cords with lark's head knots, making sure the shorter cords are in the middle.

What is the purpose of tying a half square knot after the lark's head knots?

The half square knot locks the lark's head knots in place to prevent them from coming loose.

How do you form a full square knot after tying the half square knot?

You move down about an inch from the half square knot and tie another half square knot. Then you tie the second half of the square knot by crossing the left cords over the middle and pulling through the loop.

How many square knots are needed to create the wristlet keychain?

A total of 22 square knots are tied, resulting in a length of about 12 inches from the top of the key ring to the last square knot.

What should you do after completing the square knots?

After completing the square knots, fold the project upwards and pass all the loose ends through the keychain ring to form a loop.

How do you secure the loop created by folding the project upwards?

The loop is secured with a gathering knot, which is tied using another piece of hemp cord. The cord is wrapped tightly around the project, and the knot is tightened by pulling the ends.

What is the purpose of the gathering knot?

The gathering knot keeps the project in a loop shape and locks everything into place, securing the wristlet keychain.

How do you finish the wristlet keychain after tying the gathering knot?

To finish the keychain, trim off the remaining ends and use a tapestry needle or a similar tool to push any sticking-out pieces back through the gathering knot for a cleaner look.

What is the function of the wristlet keychain?

The wristlet keychain is designed to fit comfortably on your wrist, preventing you from losing keys or other small objects that might get buried in a purse.