Gathering Knot In this step-by-step tutorial, you will learn how to work the macramé Gathering Knot. A Gathering Knot is a finishing knot that gathers cords together and is often used at the bottom of macramé plant hangers. It is also sometimes referred to as a Wrapping Knot. Get more details on using this knot and other macramé knots in our stitch guide. This tutorial is made using Bernat Macramé specially designed 5 mm 3 ply macramé cord partially made of recycled cotton.