Rope Design

At their core, macrame plant hangers are decoration, which means that appearance matters quite a lot. The aesthetic for macrame plant hangers can come from more than one place. They may have a vintage look, a 1970s counterculture look, or even a modern look. There is a wide variety of aesthetics you might want to go for. You may want to look for intricately braided ropes and baskets. You may want exciting patterns and knots. You may want to look for more simple options. You may want tightly woven baskets. You may want loser designs. You may want beads woven into the design. Whatever the case, the design of the rope is definitely going to be important. After all, the ropes are part of what makes macrame plant hangers so unique, so pay attention to the different designs out there, and you should find one that suits both you and your home.

Color

The best types of materials used for macrame plant hangers will be able to come in more than one different color. The more popular color options are going to be white, beige, and brown. Black is also pretty common, and it definitely makes a bit of a statement, especially if you hang it in a lighter room. You can also find funky colors if you want to make an even bolder statement. Red string is often used to be bold and to show off your style. In some cases, you should make sure that the color of the material matches well with both your style and with the color of pot that you choose to use. The type of plant may also make a difference. After all, you do not a plant that clashes with the ropes.

Size

The size of your macrame plant hangers matter for three reasons. First of all, if you have a low ceiling, then you do not want your plant to hang too low. People might bang their heads or pets might jump up and try to rip it off the wall or ceiling. Second of all, you may have specific plant or pot that you want to hang, so you need to make sure the dimensions are of your macrame plant hanger work well the dimensions of the plant or pot that you are hanging. Third of all, you may want one that is big enough to hold more than one plant. Plenty of macrame plant hangers are designed for two or even three plants. They have multiple tiers, which is perfect if you want more than one plant hanging in the room. Make sure the plants that you choose do not look too awkward together.

Strength and Texture of Material

You will have a couple of different options when it comes to the material of the rope on the macrame plant hanger that you choose. Fibers such as cotton and jute are pretty popular. The poly cord is also common, and its main advantage is that it comes in many different colors. It is not particularly soft the way that cotton might be, but it does hold up well if you want to put to outside where your plant hangers might be exposed to some of the outdoor elements. Nylon also works well indoors and sometimes outdoors as well. When considering material, you must think about both strength and texture. Strength should be your main focus if you want a heavier plant to go inside your macrame plant hanger. Although most macrame plant hangers can take a huge amount of weight, they may wear down a little bit over time. The texture might be more important if you are willing to pick a lighter plant in order to ensure that your plant hanger has a feel to it that fits your style.

Where You'll Hang It

You have three main options for the location of your macrame plant hanger. You can hang it from the ceiling, on the wall, or somewhere outside if you find a good place for a hook. Each location has its own advantages. Usually, macrame plant hangers are used indoors to brighten up the interior of the home. They are especially beneficial if you do not have enough room for a plant unless you have a way to hang it up. A wall is a good place for it if you do not have adequate wall decorations. You also know that it will not get in your way. With the ceiling, you might have more freedom, but you need to make sure that the plant is not going to get in anybody’s way, especially if you have a low ceiling. Therefore, you might end up putting the hook close to the side of the room, so make sure it will not cover any wall decoration or block any windows. A good place for a ceiling hanger is going to be the corner of the room because corners do not often have decorations or windows. Therefore, plants are a great way to fill the space in the corner. If a macrame plant hanger looks good in the corner of your room, then you have definitely found a good option for you. However, the best macrame plant hangers will be able to look good anywhere. When it comes to outdoor macrame plant hangers, your main concern is finding a rope that can withstand the elements.

Durability

Macrame plant hangers need to be pretty strong. Otherwise, they are not going to be able to hold your plant up for long. Usually, the label will tell you how much weight it can withstand. However, over time, the amount of weight that your hanger can take might slowly decrease. Therefore, you want a macrame plant hanger that will be able to deal with a consistent weight for a prolonged period of time. Certain materials are better at holding weight. However, the design matters too. Extra support underneath the location of the plant will mean that your hanger will have an easier time with managing the weight. A thicker design on top is also important. Some macrame plant hangers come with added rope designs and decorations underneath the part of the hanger that holds the plant. These added decorations may weight down the hanger a little bit and make it wear out faster. If you like a design that is not necessarily going to maintain itself for a long time, then you definitely need to take the material into consideration. Cotton is usually not going to be particularly strong, especially if you have moths floating in or around your home. However, other materials might do a better job of ensuring that your macrame plant hanger is as durable as you need it to be.

Cost

No matter what you are purchasing, you are going to want to get your money’s worth. Some of the highly regarded macrame plant hangers might be on the pricey side. However, the best ones will all be worth the money that you pay. They have an almost universally appreciated aesthetic, they work well in any location of your home or property, they are good for most of the plants that you can possibly imagine, and they will last for a very long time. However, cheaper designs will also have their benefits. If you already know the exact aesthetic you are looking for, then you do not have to spend money on plant hangers that were designed for anyone. Additionally, if you think you can take good care of your macrame plant hanger, then you also do not have to spend money on more expensive materials. Regardless of how much you choose to pay, the best macrame plant hangers will be worth whatever the cost is.