Add Subtle Privacy And Style To Your Patio Space With A Creative, Artsy Addition

Spending time in outdoor spaces is one of the best parts of summer and living in a warmer climate. Privacy and seclusion are essential, particularly when homes are close together. While there are many fence and screen options for your patio, there's another way to add both subtle privacy and a bohemian charm to your outdoor space. Macramé wall panels, curtains, and hangings can be great options for privacy curtains and screens that are as pretty as they are functional.

A popular textile that is created from cotton cording or rope woven into intricate knotted patterns, macramé is one material that can be repurposed into a stylish privacy screen. Often used for everything from handbags to wall hangings, it's light and airy, allowing sunlight and breezes to get into spaces while still blocking the view. 

The result is a sense of enclosure and freedom from prying eyes. Macramé is also relatively lightweight, so doesn't have the heavy feeling of curtains, screens, or fencing. You can buy both new and vintage pieces of macramé in a variety of sizes, knot designs, and materials to maximize your outdoor living space. Or, you can weave one yourself, custom-designed for your privacy needs.

If you are thinking of adding macramé to your outdoor space, consider the type of cord used in the project to determine how well it will fare in the elements. Natural cotton cord, which many hangings are made from, can soak up a lot of water and be subject to mold in high humidity or rain. Synthetic cord projects are better for outdoor use and dry more easily. While it's not recommended to machine wash macramé pieces due to potential damage to the weave, you can clean them in a soap and cold water mixture and allow them to fully dry. 

If you plan to go down the DIY route, TikTok creator @homeliving500 teaches you how to weave your own macramé curtains to create some privacy in your outdoor space. This tutorial allows you to customize your curtains according to the size of your patio space. To create more privacy, choose one with a tighter weave that blocks the view. You can also make a macramé weaving out of nylon rope or jute twine, which are more durable for indoor or outdoor use than cotton cording.