Total Cord
112.3 yd
Cut Cords
26
Dowel
28 in
Estimated Cord Requirement
112.3
yards
Cut Cords
26
Working Ends
52
Cut Length Each
156 in
Dowel Length
28 in
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Result
Spacing = 0.95 (standard, 4mm). Cords = ceil(24 / 0.95) = 26. Cut = 30 × 4.25 + 8 × 2 + 12 = 155.5". Total = (26 × 155.5) / 36 = 112.3 yd. Dowel = 24 + 4 = 28".
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Result
Spacing = 1.25 × √(4/3) = 1.44. Cords = ceil(12 / 1.44) = 9. Cut = 20 × 3.25 + 4 × 2 + 12 = 85". Total = (9 × 85) / 36 = 21.3 yd. Dowel = 16".
A standard 24×30-inch wall hanging with 4mm cord at standard density needs about 112 yards. Dense patterns can use 50% more cord, while open designs use significantly less.
| Size (W × L) | Density | Approx. Cord (4mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 12" × 20" | Open | 20–30 yd |
| 24" × 30" | Standard | 100–120 yd |
| 36" × 48" | Standard | 250–300 yd |
| 24" × 30" | Dense | 150–180 yd |
The dowel should be the finished design width plus about 4 inches for visual balance and mounting hardware. A 24-inch-wide hanging needs a 28-inch dowel.
Dense patterns consume 40–70% more cord than open designs of the same size. Each knot uses a fixed amount of cord, so more knots per inch means more total cord.
| Density | Length Multiplier | Cord Spacing |
|---|---|---|
| Open | 3.25× | Wider apart |
| Standard | 4.25× | Balanced |
| Dense | 5.5× | Close together |
Single-twist cotton cord in 3–5mm is the most popular choice for wall hangings. It knots well, holds patterns, and can be brushed out for beautiful fringe.
Fringe length is personal preference, but 6–10 inches is the most common range. Keep in mind that each inch of fringe adds 2 inches to every cut cord (fringe hangs from both ends).
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