DIY Macrame Owl Wall Hanging Tutorial

Updated November 25, 2025 by Jan of Unique Baby Gear Ideas

DIY macrame owl wall hanging projects is a simple and satisfying way to bring a soft, handmade woodland touch into a baby’s nursery. As I was looking at the cozy sage-and-cream owl details in the hero image on my main nursery ideas hub page, I knew this little wall hanging would be the perfect DIY to share — simple enough for beginners, calming and meditative to make, and charming in a way that adds warmth without overwhelming the room. This tutorial walks you through the entire process step by step, including the supplies I personally recommend, knots you’ll use, and where to place your finished owl for the sweetest woodland nursery accent.

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A sweet handmade macramé owl wall hanging styled in soft sage and cream tones for a modern woodland nursery.

🌿 Why This Macramé Owl Is Perfect for a Woodland Nursery There’s something so comforting about adding a handmade piece to a baby’s room, especially when you’re decorating with soft woodland themes. As I was styling my own owl nursery ideas on the nursery-ideas.html page, I noticed how naturally macramé blends with the textures of woven baskets, warm wood tones, greenery, and gentle sage accents. A little owl wall hanging feels like it belongs there — almost like a tiny forest friend keeping watch over the crib. If you’ve been collecting inspiration from my owl nursery or woodland nursery theme pages, this project will fit right into that cozy aesthetic. It’s lightweight, safe to hang high on the wall, and adds just enough handcrafted charm to soften modern nursery furniture. And here’s my favorite part about this DIY macrame owl wall hanging: you don’t need to be an expert at macramé. If you can tie a square knot and a half-hitch, you can make this owl. I’ll walk you through every step, and by the time you finish, you’ll feel that sweet “I made this for my baby” glow.

Supplies You’ll Need for Your DIY Macramé Owl Wall Hanging

Gathering your supplies before you begin makes this project feel calm and enjoyable — almost like setting up a little crafting nook before baby arrives. Here’s everything I used to create the soft sage-and-cream owl inspired by the nursery photo on my main nursery ideas page.

Macramé Cord

You’ll want 4 mm single-strand cotton cord in two colors: a warm cream for the body and a soft sage or natural tan for the accents. Single strand is easier to fray for those sweet feathery details.

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Wooden Dowel or Natural Branch

A smooth, unfinished wooden dowel gives the owl a clean, modern look, while a natural branch adds that earthy woodland charm. Choose one around 10–12 inches long so the owl hangs proportionally above a crib or dresser.

Wooden Beads for Eyes

Two 25–30 mm round wooden beads give the owl its personality. You can leave them natural or lightly whitewash them for a softer look that blends beautifully with muted nursery décor.

Scissors + Comb

A sharp pair of craft scissors is a must for trimming the feathers. A small metal comb helps you brush out the tail and wing tassels so the owl looks soft and full.

Optional Sage Accent Cord

A small amount of sage-colored cord adds depth and ties the piece into a woodland nursery palette, especially if you’re styling it with ideas from your woodland nursery theme page.

Safety Notes

If you’re hanging this piece above a crib or changing area, always follow safe-sleep placement guidelines. The American Academy of Pediatrics has a short, easy-to-read overview here:

AAP Safe Nursery Décor Guidelines

I like to hang handmade décor high on the wall or above a dresser shelf so everything stays safely out of reach.

How to Make a DIY Macrame Owl Wall Hanging

Step-by-Step Photo Plan for Your Macramé Owl Tutorial

As you craft your owl, taking progress photos at the right moments will make the tutorial feel approachable — like you’re sitting beside another mom or grandma showing her exactly what to do. Here’s the full shot list I recommend so your readers can follow every knot with confidence.

1. Materials Layout Shot

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All the materials you need to make a sweet DIY macramé owl wall hanging.

2. Attaching Cords With Lark’s Head Knots

These are the cords being folded in half and looped over the dowel. This is the foundation of the entire owl.

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Attaching each cord with a simple Lark’s Head knot forms the foundation of your macramé owl.

3. Creating the Owl’s Head

These are the first few rows of square knots forming the shape of the head. Refer to the photo for a demonstration of proper tension and spacing.

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The first few rows of square knots gently shape the owl’s head and set the structure for the design.

4. Adding the Wooden Bead Eyes

The eyes give this DIY macrame owl wall hanging its personality. Look at the photo to see exactly where the beads sit among the knots

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Sliding the wooden beads into place gives your macramé owl its sweet, expressive woodland personality.

5. Knotted Body on Your DIY Macrame Owl

This is where your woodland palette comes alive. You can see in the photograph where the transition from cream to subtle sage accents. See how it softens the design?

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Adding a touch of sage to the knotted body gives your owl a gentle woodland glow that blends beautifully with nursery décor.

6. Forming the Wings

The photo shows the cords being separated and shaped with double half-hitch knots. Refer to the following photo to see proper spacing and symmetry.

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Double half-hitch knots gently shape each wing, giving your owl its soft, handcrafted woodland personality.

7. Brush-Out Feather Shot

Here's a satisfying moment...when you comb out the tassels on the wings and tail. This texture is one of the reasons macramé looks so cozy in a nursery.

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Combing out the tassels is the most satisfying step, giving your macramé owl soft, feathery wings and a full tail.

8. Final Trim + Finished Owl

Now we have the completed owl hanging on the wall.

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The completed macramé owl brings a sweet, handcrafted woodland touch to any cozy nursery nook.

About the Author

Hi, I’m Jan — the creator of Unique Baby Gear Ideas. I love helping expecting parents discover nursery décor inspiration and creative photo shoot ideas that make every stage of pregnancy feel beautiful. The suggestions I share here come from years of hands-on experience styling nurseries, reviewing maternity gowns, and learning what makes each photo session shine.

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