Total Cord
101.2 ft
Cut
3 pcs
Each
29.3 ft
Cost
$12
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6 strands, 3 cut pieces (folded in half). Each: (36" + 8" tassel) × 4.0 multiplier × 2 (fold) / 12 = ~12 ft. Total: 3 × 12 × 1.15 buffer.
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Result
8 strands, 4 cut pieces. Each: (48" + 8") × 5.0 multiplier × 2 / 12 = ~46.7 ft per pair. 4 × 18.5 × 1.15 buffer.
A standard plant hanger for a 6" pot with a 36" hanging height uses approximately 40–60 feet of 4 mm cord. Larger pots and more complex knot patterns require proportionally more cord.
4 mm cord is the most popular choice for macrame plant hangers. It is thick enough to support the weight of a potted plant, creates visible knot patterns, and unravels nicely for tassels.
| Cord Size | Max Pot | Cost/ft | Look |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 mm | 4" (5 lbs) | $0.08 | Delicate, airy |
| 4 mm | 8" (15 lbs) | $0.12 | Standard, versatile |
| 5 mm | 10" (25 lbs) | $0.18 | Bold, chunky |
| 6 mm | 12" (35 lbs) | $0.25 | Statement piece |
Knot style is the biggest factor in cord consumption. Simple square knots use about 4× the finished length, while elaborate berry and crown knots use 5–6×. Always choose your knot style before calculating cord.
Measure from your ceiling hook to where you want the bottom of the pot to hang, then subtract the pot height. A standard hanging height is 30–40 inches for eye-level plants, or 48–60 inches for high ceilings.
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Last Updated: Jul 13, 2026
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