MACRAME' Crafty Fine - ANCHOR

Anchor Crafty Fine Macramé Cord – 100% Recycled 3mm Yarn for Macramé and Crochet

80% recycled cotton + 20% recycled polyester | 250g – 65m | Macramé, crochet, home décor

📋 Key features

• Composition80% recycled cotton + 20% recycled polyester
• Skein weight250g
• Lengthapprox. 65 metres
• Thickness3mm – 3-ply braided cord
• Recommended needlesn° 6-8mm
• Recommended crochet hookn° 6-8mm
• Washingup to 60°C, do not tumble dry, iron at high temperature
• Ideal forMacramé, crochet, home décor, fashion accessories
• Estimated yield1 skein = 1 small plant hanger or 2 coasters

🧵 The yarn

Anchor Crafty Fine is a 100% recycled macramé cord made from textile and plastic scraps, perfect for those looking for sustainable yarn without compromising on quality. Its composition of 80% recycled cotton and 20% recycled polyester makes it soft to the touch, durable and easy to work with, ideal for both those new to macramé and those looking for quick, impressive projects.

Each skein weighs 250 grams and offers approximately 65 metres of 3mm thick cord, constructed with 3 braided plies. This construction makes it particularly versatile: you can work it with a 6-8mm crochet hook or use it for macramé knots, with the option of fraying it to create natural-looking, textured decorative fringes.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

The recycled cotton that makes up 80% of the yarn comes from recovered and reworked textile scraps, ensuring natural softness and breathability. This fibre absorbs the plant-based dyes used by Anchor well, allowing for nature-inspired shades that do not fade easily. Recycled cotton retains the same properties as virgin cotton but with a drastically reduced environmental impact, perfect for those who want to create sustainable items without compromising on quality.

The 20% recycled polyester adds strength and stability to the cord's structure, preventing it from fraying during work and ensuring that macramé knots hold firmly over time. This synthetic fibre recovered from plastic waste makes the yarn more durable and easier to care for, allowing washing at up to 60°C without losing its shape or colour.

📦 Skein format and yield

With 250g and approximately 65 metres of cord, a single skein allows you to make one complete small plant hanger, two decorative coasters, or a series of keychains. For larger projects such as wall hangings or table runners, allow 3-4 skeins depending on the complexity of the design and the density of the knots.

The 250g format is ideal for testing new techniques without waste: you can experiment with different macramé knots, try the fringe effect by fraying the plies, or combine multiple colours from the Anchor Crafty Fine palette. We recommend purchasing all the skeins needed for a project at once to ensure colour consistency between production batches.

🧶 Recommended use

For macramé, this 3mm cord is perfect for basic knots such as the square knot, spiral knot, and scalloped knot. The 3-ply braided structure glides easily through the fingers and holds knots securely without the need to pull excessively tight, making it ideal for beginners learning the technique. You can fray the ends to create natural-looking, voluminous fringes.

If you prefer working with a crochet hook, use a 6-8mm size: this creates an open, airy texture, perfect for summer bags, clutches, or lightweight décor. The cord glides smoothly over the crochet hook and does not split during work, allowing even those with little experience with thick yarns to complete projects quickly.

✨ Why choose Anchor Crafty Fine

Most inexpensive macramé cords are made from 100% virgin cotton or synthetic fibres, with a high environmental impact. Anchor Crafty Fine solves this problem by using exclusively recycled materials from textile and plastic waste, without sacrificing softness or workability. You will not find the stiffness typical of some recycled cords: the 3-ply braided structure ensures flexibility and smoothness, making every knot easy to tighten and neaten.

In everyday use, this means faster projects and less strain on the hands, especially when working on large wall hangings or complex plant hangers. The plant-based dyes used by Anchor maintain natural shades that pair easily with one another, allowing you to combine multiple colours without risking overly strong contrasts.

🎨 What you can make

This cord is designed primarily for macramé and home décor, but its versatility also makes it suitable for sustainable fashion accessories such as bags, belts, and clutches. The ability to fray the plies to create fringes makes it perfect for boho and contemporary projects.

👩‍🎨 Who it is suitable for

This cord is ideal for beginners new to macramé: the 3mm thickness is easy to handle, knots are clearly visible, and the 3-ply structure does not split during work. No prior experience is needed to achieve satisfying results, and projects are completed quickly thanks to the generous size of the cord.

Those who regularly work with macramé or crochet appreciate its certified sustainability and natural colour palette, perfect for creating items to sell on handmade marketplaces or for decorating spaces in a boho-chic style. Those looking for eco-friendly materials for macramé workshops or courses will also find Anchor Crafty Fine a reliable and high-quality option.

🧼 Care and maintenance

• WashingWash at up to 60°C, using plenty of water
• BleachingDo not bleach or use optical brighteners
• SpinningAllowed
• DryingDo not tumble dry – lay flat to dry
• IroningHigh temperature with a damp cloth
• StorageStore in a dry place away from direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary