How I Made a Macramé Banana Hanger

theworldaroundme (73)in NeedleWorkMonday • 10 months ago (edited)

I've always had an issue with how I store my bananas; mixing them with other fruits makes the other fruits ripen and spoil quickly. Bananas release ethylene gas, a natural plant hormone that triggers the ripening process. So it’s best to store them separately.

So after shopping earlier this evening, I decided to make a banana hanger.

I thought some wood would be nice, so I visited the nearby woodland and chose which wood would suit my little project.

I found a nice silvery, glossy wood from a hazelnut tree.

So in here I only need a 3mm cord, scissors, and my wood.

I had no plan for a design or pattern at hand, so I made this up and just went with the flow.

I first cut 2x 3-meter macramé cords.

I attached using lark's knot.

I made a berry knot: 8 square knots, and I flipped it over.

Then a few square knots apart.

Berry knots: This will hold the banana in place.

Then, half square knots for a different swirly design.

Then finished with another berry knot.

Cut the ends.

I knotted a sling at both ends of the wood.

Then, instead of cutting the excess cord, I made a few hitch knots near the base of the cord and paired it on the other side.

Then I twisted the cord a bit and did a gathering knot to strengthen the cord.

I hung it.

This was made pretty fast and fun.

And most of all, I now have a banana holder in my own style.

It is sturdy, and the berry knots seemed to hold the bunch of bananas well in place, preventing ethylene gas and moisture from speeding up the spoilage of other fruits.

Have a lovely day,
Mariah 😊🍌💗

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