Macramé is a hallmark of boho design, offering intricate knotwork texture that softens hard surfaces. Grouping mason jars wrapped in handmade macramé holders creates an approachable, DIY-friendly centerpiece that celebrates artisanal craftsmanship.

Materials Needed

  • 6 standard mason jars (pint and quart sizes)
  • 1 spool of 3mm natural cotton macramé cord
  • Assorted dried wheat stalks, bunny tails (lagurus), and lavender
  • Twine and vintage brass scissors
  • A round slice of natural tree birch wood (approx. 14 inches diameter)
  • 6 unscented white taper candles in brass holders

Step-by-Step Assembly Instructions

  1. Create or purchase simple macramé plant hangers or sleeves sized specifically to fit your collection of mason jars, using square knots and alternating hitch patterns.
  2. Slip the macramé sleeves securely over each mason jar, ensuring the knots sit evenly around the glass circumference.
  3. Place your large birch wood slice dead center on the reception table as a natural foundation base.
  4. Group the macramé-wrapped jars tightly on top of the wood slice, varying heights by placing some jars on inverted wooden blocks hidden beneath.
  5. Fill individual jars with distinct botanical elements—one jar entirely with dried wheat, another with fluffy white bunny tails, and a third with fragrant dried lavender.
  6. Intersperse your brass taper candle holders around the perimeter of the birch slice to add vertical contrast and romantic lighting.

Tips and Variations

  • Tip: Dip the bottom edges of the cotton macramé cord in a watered-down terracotta dye bath beforehand for an ombre dip-dyed effect that matches your wedding palette.
  • Variation: Use colored vintage amber or blue mason jars instead of clear glass to catch and refract the candlelight differently.

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