Sonoran Sunrise Macramé Necklace

Project & Sample by Kate Richbourg
Tutorial Broadcast on May 27, 2026

A bonus project from Kate for Danielle's Copper & Cactus Box!

This stunning macramé necklace draws inspiration from the warm, sun-baked hues of the Sonoran Desert. Knotted in earthy cord and finished with antique copper findings and cactus-themed charms, it's a wearable piece of the Southwest.

Finished Length: 19.5" total necklace length. The three macramé strands measure 16.5", 12", and 11".

The three strands that make up the necklace: Poseidon, Ginger, and Treebark 0.5mm cord.

Step-by-step: how to add the Mandala Star Button and macramé loop closure.

Danielle's Creative Riffs

During the broadcast, Danielle played with her Copper & Cactus Box components and came up with her own necklace ideas. Here's some of the inspiration she was working with — proof that these components are endlessly versatile!

Danielle's creative necklace ideas using components from her Copper & Cactus Box.

Project Supplies

• 1 spool each, Poseidon 0.5mm Cord, Ginger 0.5mm Cord, and Treebark 0.5mm Cord
• 1 package, 6mm/18g Jump Rings, Antique Copper
• 1 package, 5mm/18g Jump Rings, Antique Copper
• 1 strand, 6mm Avocado Beads
• 1 strand, Drops, Sky, Slate & Celadon
• One, Mandala Star Button, Antique Copper Patina
• One, Winged Beauty Pendant, Antique Copper Patina
• One, Hidden Bloom Charm, Antique Copper Patina
• One, Desert Cactus Drop Pendant, Antique Copper Patina
• 1 package, Tibetan Barrel Beads, Antique Copper (10 pieces)
• 1 package, Old School Scroll Large Hole Bead, Antique Copper Patina (6 Pieces)

Copper & Cactus Studio Basics

• EuroTool Perfect End Thread Burner
• Zap Jewelry Gel
• GS Hypo Cement
• Beadsmith Thread Snips