About Us

Hi there!

I’m Vanessa — the founder, maker, and mama behind A Branch & Cord, your go-to shop for handcrafted macrame decor, accessories, and DIY kits.

Originally from beautiful downtown Burbank, California, I moved to the Portland, Oregon area in my mid-20s and quickly fell in love with the Pacific Northwest. In March 2020, while pregnant with our third child, I picked up macrame as a creative outlet. What started as a hobby turned into a passion, and soon after, A Branch & Cord was born.

Five years later, our handcrafted macrame wall hangings, rainbows, and DIY macrame kits have been featured in over 600 retail shops worldwide. Our small-but-mighty team brings bold color, thoughtful texture, and joyful design to every piece we make.

At A Branch & Cord, we love showing up for our local maker community. We regularly attend pop-up markets and lead macrame rainbow workshops for all ages. We’re always open to collaborations with fellow artists, retailers, and small business owners — whether it’s giveaways, in-person events, or social media support. Got a custom macrame idea in mind? Just reach out — we love trying new things!

As a business, we’re also proud to give back. A portion of the proceeds from our Pride-inspired rainbow pieces supports The Trevor Project and LGBTQ+ youth.

If you love macrame wall art, accessories, or want to learn how to make your own pieces, join our mailing list for updates, exclusive offers, and early access to new releases!

Vanessa

Founder, A Branch & Cord