Indigo lotus curtain macramé pattern hanging in doorway with detailed medallion and long fringe

Lotus Curtain

Skill levelAdvancedFinished size36" W x 80" L (91 x 203 cm) incl. fringeBuild time32-38 hours / 9-11 evening sessions

Elevate your entryway with this lotus curtain macramé pattern—a full-length door hanging that combines intricate knotwork with flowing, floor-sweeping fringe. Designed for the dedicated crafter, this advanced pattern features a stunning knotted lotus medallion framed by diamond panels, sheer columns, and delicate water-ripple details that catch the light beautifully.

What’s Inside This Lotus Curtain Macramé Pattern

Because this curtain requires nine distinct techniques—including diagonal and vertical double half hitches, wrapped tassels, and spoked circles—it suits makers who have mastered square knots and are ready for a statement piece. You’ll work through eight construction sections, each building on the last. For example, you’ll begin with a lattice header band, then create side diamonds with beaded drops. Meanwhile, the centerpiece lotus medallion will test your pinning and patience in equal measure. This project takes approximately 32-38 hours to complete, making it ideal for dedicated evening sessions spread over nine to eleven nights.

Downloading Your Materials

Your download includes a fully illustrated step-by-step PDF with cord-cutting charts, a full-piece assembly map, and three detailed technique deep-dives covering the lotus petal, lily pad circles, and picot diamonds. In addition, you’ll receive a printable quick-reference card showing all nine knots and common troubleshooting fixes. Work in strong daylight—the saturated indigo cord hides errors well but can make counting more challenging.

Finished at 36 inches wide by 80 inches long, this curtain transforms any doorway into a gallery-worthy focal point. Therefore, set aside dedicated workspace, gather your tools, and prepare to create a piece that showcases your advanced macramé skills beautifully.

Materials at a glance

  • 4 mm single-strand cotton cord (indigo) ~470 m
  • 1" wooden rod x 44"
  • 6 wood beads (12-14 mm bore)
  • Mounting hardware (cup hooks or curtain brackets)
  • Sharp shears, tape measure, T-pins, foam board, cord comb, fabric glue

Build order

  1. Mount all 84 cords on rod in A-C-B-C-A layout
  2. Work header lattice band (X-lattice + ASK)
  3. Build side diamonds, bead drops, and diagonal fringe
  4. Knot center ASK net and V-points
  5. Create lotus medallion with petals and seed pod
  6. Add stem, lily pad circles, and water ripples
  7. Work lower picot diamonds and tassels
  8. Even fringe, seal ends, steam, comb, and trim level

Cord cutting reference

  • A — 28 × 5.5 m (18 ft) - side panels & fringe
  • B — 32 × 6.0 m (19.7 ft) - center lotus & diamonds
  • C — 24 × 4.5 m (14.8 ft) - sheer columns & net
  • D — 8 × 1.0 m (3.3 ft) - tassel wraps (not mounted)
  • E — 4 × 2.0 m (6.6 ft) - spokes & splices (not mounted)

Knot abbreviations

  • LH = Lark's Head
  • SK = Square Knot
  • ASK = Alternating Square Knot
  • HKS = Half Knot Spiral
  • HDHH = Horizontal Double Half Hitch
  • DDHH = Diagonal Double Half Hitch
  • VDHH = Vertical Double Half Hitch
  • WK = Wrapped Knot
  • OK = Overhand Knot

Top 5 mistakes to avoid

  1. Uneven HDHH tension causes scalloped header band
  2. VDHH fill rows packed unevenly make lumpy lotus petals
  3. Working lily pads unpinned results in oval shapes
  4. Cord groups drifting off-center at mounting skew the curtain
  5. Mismatched rail angles create different-sized diamonds