Macraméing a Fish: How One Keychain Connects Me to Sailors and Hippies

Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 2—the final episode of our first-ever fiber arts season! (Quick reminder: odd-numbered seasons explore fiction, while even-numbered seasons highlight fiber arts and handmade creativity. Don’t worry—crafts return in Season 4.)This week, I’m macraméing a fish keychain… and unexpectedly tying myself into centuries of history. I’ll walk you through the project step-by-step, from knotting the cord to tea-dyeing the final result. Then we’ll dive into the surprisingly radical story of macramé—from sailors passing time at sea to 1960s artists using it to reject industrial capitalism.Whether you’re curious about making your own macramé keychain or just love handmade things with a backstory, this episode blends hands-on creativity, fiber history, and one very charming fish.Want more fiction, folklore, and fiber arts in your life? ➡ The macrame fish tutorial from Macrame Art Tutorial (not sponsored): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNpB-zblROc ➡ Read my fiction: https://opinionsofawolf.com/publications ➡ Follow me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes content: @opinionsofawolf ➡ Sign up for my newsletter to get exclusive updates straight to your inbox: https://opinionsofawolf.com/newsletter/ ➡ Support the show on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/8d2240b19703eab