DIY Macrame Stitch Marker

Have you ever thought about using macrame to make a stitch marker? There are so many different ways that you can make unique stitch markers for your knit and crochet projects. Who says that you need to use traditional crafts in traditional ways! Learn how to make a super beginner macrame stitch marker and then how you can step your skills up, or deconstruct and earring for a new stitch marker.

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DIY Stitch Markers

Stitch markers are an essential too for all knitters and crocheters. They help us keep track of where we are in a pattern, special stitch sections of a pattern, stitch counts and more.

There are two types of stitch markers, locking and ring stitch markers. Typically, locking stitch markers are used for crochet but they can also be used for knitting, if their opening is large enough. Some locking stitch markers are similar to safety pins while others have lobster clasps to hook onto your project.

The biggest difference is a locking stitch marker is removable at any time, while a ring stitch marker needs to have stitch worked to the marker before it can be removed.

Materials

If you want to make one of these cute macrame stitch markers follow along with the video tutorial below and grab your materials from the list below to make your own!

• Embroidery Thread
• Beadalon Tying Station (or clipboard or safety pin)
• Jump Rings
• Macrame Kit from Morgan Leah

Share Your Makes

If you make one of these stitch markers, or any DIY stitch marker, please share with us in the Marly’s Minions Facebook group! We would love to see how you have been inspired by these tutorials.

LIVE Tutorial

When you watch the live tutorial don’t forget to comment and let us know if you would be interested in doing this event again next year. If you want to see more stitch marker styles would you also be interested in purchasing a kit? Let us know in the comments!

DIY Stitch Marker Event

Stitch markers are fun to collect and fun to make. Over the next 12 weekdays Katelyn will show you a different way to make stitch markers. From simple to more complicated you will find beautiful ways to make stitch markers and new techniques of crafts along the way.

Learn more about the event and sign up for email notifications on our announcement blog post here: https://marlybird.com/diy-stitch-marker-event/

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really use macrame for stitch markers?

Oh, absolutely! You know, there are so many fun ways to make unique stitch markers, and who says we have to stick to the traditional stuff all the time? It’s a great way to use macrame in a totally new way for your knitting and crochet projects.

What do I need to make these macrame stitch markers?

So, for these cuties, you’ll want to grab some embroidery thread, a beadalon tying station (or even a clipboard or safety pin will work!), some jump rings, and maybe even a macrame kit if you want to dive deeper. It’s all about having fun with it!

Are there different kinds of stitch markers?

Yes! Honestly, there are two main types: locking and ring stitch markers. Locking ones are super handy because you can move them anytime, like a little clasp, while ring ones are usually just a closed circle that you have to knit or crochet past before you can take them off.

Where can I show off my macrame stitch markers?

I would just LOVE to see what you make! If you whip up one of these macrame stitch markers, or any DIY stitch marker really, please hop over to Marly’s Minions Facebook group and share it with us. We can’t wait to see your creativity!

What if I want to learn more about making stitch markers?

Well, this post is just the beginning! There’s a whole event coming up with Katelyn where she’ll show you different ways to make stitch markers over 12 weekdays… from super simple to a little more complex. You can sign up for email notifications on the announcement blog post. It’s going to be a blast!