Gather all the materials and cut the cords as instructed into the desired length.

Secure the keyring to your work surface with tape to prevent it from moving around when you work.

Next, bend one of your cords in half and pull the looped end under, through, and then over the ring.

Pull the two end cords through the loop you just made. This is called a lark’s head knot. Repeat the same with the other two cords.

Section the cords into three and secure the two middle cords to your work surface with some tape.

To make your first square knot, place the two cords on the left over the middle chords to form a 4-shaped loop. Pull the right cords over the left ones, then bring them under both the left and middle cords. Finally, pull the ends through the 4-shaped loop.

Tug the ends to secure the first half of your square knot.

Now repeat the same, only this time, place the right cords over the middle. Then, bring the left cords over the right cords, and then under the middle and right cords to pull them through the loop.

Tug the ends to secure your first square knot.

This step is optional, but you can insert a bead at this stage. Tape the ends of each of the two middle cords to help you pull the bead through both of them.

Then place another square knot under the bead to secure it in place between two square knots.

Continue to alternate every square knot you make with a bead and work your way through the project till you reach the desired length.

To fasten off, cut a strip of embroidery thread. Hold one end up over the cords and pull the other into a U-shaped loop. Wrap the other end at the base of the last square knot and bunch all the cords together.

When you’re done wrapping, pull the end through the loop and tug the two ends in opposite directions to secure the knot. Snip off the two ends.

Finally, brush out the cords if you like and trim the ends evenly.

Your macrame keychain is ready!