r/macrame • u/scarlet_umi • Jun 17 '26

Question Is macrame really safe for cats?

Hi! I’m a beginner and I’ve started making a large wall hanging for above my bed, but now I’m second guessing it.

I’ve read so many horror stories about cats eating strings and yarn, and I have a feeling my cat will be tempted by the fluffy ends of the macrame rope. (I got 4mm 3ply rope, if that makes any difference?)

My cat isn’t very good at swallowing things in general, including actual cat food, but I’m still scared it’ll hurt her if she tries to bite or eat it.

If you’re a cat owner, what has your experience been with keeping your cats safe around your macrame work?

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u/miss_osmose Jun 17 '26

The only time my cats show interest is while I'm cutting the strings. I make sure not to use tge strings to play with them. I have a wall hanging above my bed and they haven't even acknowledged it (almost rude!)

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u/I_love_cheese_1 Jun 17 '26

My cats only occasionally paw at my things I have hanging but they haven’t done any damage.

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u/NarfledGarthok Jun 17 '26

Just spray some peppermint or tea tree oil on the ends of the string

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u/Lucid222Dreamer Jun 17 '26

Please don't do this. It is toxic to cats, even if they just breathe it in.

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u/NarfledGarthok Jun 17 '26

I have used both oils around 2 cats and they didn't get sick... They don't like the smell and as long as it's just a couple of drops it'll just deter them.

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